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facemask Synonyms
Another word for facemask
Choosing another word for facemask depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A protective covering worn over the nose and mouth, or the entire face, to guard against airborne pathogens, dust, or physical injury.
Usage Example
"The surgeon put on a sterile face mask before entering the operating room."
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face mask
mask
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respirator
• noun (Context 2)
A protective grille of metal or plastic bars attached to the front of a sports helmet, especially in gridiron football or ice hockey.
Usage Example
"The referee called a fifteen-yard penalty because the defender grabbed the runner's face mask."
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face mask
faceguard
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cage
• noun (Context 3)
A cosmetic cream, gel, or sheet applied to the skin of the face to cleanse, hydrate, or tone it.
Usage Example
"She applied a soothing clay face mask as part of her evening skincare routine."
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face mask
face pack
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Facemask. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/facemask