masque
masque definition
masque (mask, mäsk)
noun
- a masked ball
- a form of dramatic entertainment popular among the English aristocracy during the 16th and 17th cent., usually based on a mythical or allegorical theme and featuring lavish costumes, scenery, music, dancing, etc.: originally it contained no dialogue
- a dramatic composition written for such an entertainment, usually in verse
Etymology: see mask
Related Forms:
- masquer masqu′er noun
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