Definition

The act of hiding or covering something, often to prevent it from being seen or noticed.

Example

The artist used masking to create a stunning visual effect in her painting.

Conversation

I saw a play last night, and the masking was really impressive.

Oh really? I love how they use it to create different scenes.

Exactly! It made the transitions so smooth and engaging.

For sure! Good masking can really enhance the storytelling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Masking → It is formed from "mask" (from Old French *masque*, meaning a covering for the face) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form gerunds or present participles). The word "masking" refers to the act of covering or concealing something, often the face.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'mask' as something that covers the face, and the '-ing' indicates the action of doing that — so 'masking' means the action of covering.

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