Videoface mask

The term face mask is a versatile compound noun that serves two very different purposes. It can refer to essential protective gear used in sports and medicine to prevent injury, or it can describe a cosmetic treatment used to cleanse and hydrate the skin. This lesson explores these distinct meanings through clear examples and common phrases like put on and take off. You will also learn about synonyms such as faceguard and facial mask to help you use the term accurately in any context. Watch this lesson to master the dual usage of this common English term.

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A baseball player adjusts his face mask before stepping up to bat.