mascara

noun

mas·​cara ma-ˈsker-ə How to pronounce mascara (audio)
-ˈska-rə
: a cosmetic especially for making the eyelashes darker and more prominent
mascaraed
ma-ˈsker-əd How to pronounce mascara (audio)
-ˈska-rəd
adjective

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By Sarah Han Cosmetic Chemist Guesses Cheap vs. Expensive Mascara Cosmetic chemist Ramón Pagán has been challenged to compare different types of mascara. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024 Deals Lengthening mascaras, Old Navy leggings, and more of today’s best deals under $25 are on things that would make nice gifts. Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024 Others don’t offer this flexibility, which might leave you with a blue mini mascara or hot pink lipstick that doesn’t fit your style. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2024 TikTokers have fallen in love with the intense volume that this mascara provides, creating a bold, luscious look with just a few swipes. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mascara 

Word History

Etymology

probably from Italian maschera mask

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mascara was in 1886

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“Mascara.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mascara. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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mascara

noun
mas·​cara ma-ˈskar-ə How to pronounce mascara (audio)
: a cosmetic especially for darkening the eyelashes

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