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comedy mask

comedy mask noun: a mask representing comedy.

Noun

comedy mask (plural comedy masks)

  1. A mask representing comedy.
    Synonyms:
    sock, Thalia
    Antonyms:
    tragedy mask

Synonyms of comedy mask

Antonyms

Forms of comedy mask

pluralcomedy masks

Origin of comedy mask

One of two ancient symbols of the performing arts. In ancient Greek theatre, actors in comedic roles often wore a mask of a smiling or laughing face.

Questions about comedy mask

What does comedy mask mean?
Comedy mask means a mask representing comedy.
What part of speech is comedy mask?
Comedy mask is a noun.
What is the plural of comedy mask?
The plural of comedy mask is comedy masks.

Words near comedy mask in the dictionary

  1. comedy dramas
  2. comedy duo
  3. comedy duos
  4. comedy equals tragedy plus time
  5. comedy gold
  6. comedy mask
  7. comedy masks
  8. comedy of errors
  9. comedy of manners
  10. Comegys
  11. Comegyses

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