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VocabJLPT N1

mask

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verbの-AdjectivePrenominal

Definitions

1. mask
2. veil
3. anonymous

This noun refers to a mask or covering worn over the face to hide one's identity. It is used both literally, as in a masked wrestler or a disguised criminal, and figuratively to describe someone acting under a false identity or anonymously.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That person just walked into the convenience store in a mask, didn't they?

Sentence 2

I'm sorry, but we cannot allow entry to anyone wearing a mask.

Sentence 3

I spotted someone in a mask near the station and couldn't help but stop and stare.

Sentence 4

At this site, we make a point of approaching anyone wearing a mask.

Sentence 5

At the venue entrance, anyone wearing a mask will be subject to additional verification.