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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Beyond mascara, Howard suggests looking out for skin-loving ingredients to help boost the texture and efficacy of products. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2025 The mascara improves the health of lashes and strengthens them to prevent lash loss. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 The formula emulsifies so well and melts mascara, eyeliner, and the rest off like a total dream. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 12 Feb. 2025 Tube design Eyelash enhancers usually come in a tube, similar to mascara. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025 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 3 Mar. 2025.

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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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