vizard

noun

viz·​ard ˈvi-zərd How to pronounce vizard (audio)
-ˌzärd
1
: a mask for disguise or protection
2

Examples of vizard in a Sentence

in those days it was not uncommon for street prostitutes to wear vizards

Word History

Etymology

alteration of Middle English viser mask, visor

First Known Use

circa 1555, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of vizard was circa 1555

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Cite this Entry

“Vizard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vizard. Accessed 10 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

vizard

noun
viz·​ard ˈviz-ərd How to pronounce vizard (audio)
-ˌärd
: a mask for disguise or protection
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