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mascara

noun

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

Examples of mascara in a Sentence

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Ahead, more to know about the many benefits of clear mascaras for natural definition no matter the occasion; plus, our favorite formulas to shop. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2025 There are now even Clinique Black Honey products for the face, including blush and mascara. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2025 Her lashes were coated with mascara, while her waterline was lined with black. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 Dec. 2025 Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara Get longer, fuller lashes for just $3 with this Essence mascara that’s been purchased more than 100,000 times in the past months alone. Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 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 6 Dec. 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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