mascara

noun

mas·​cara ma-ˈsker-ə 

-ˈska-rə

: a cosmetic especially for making the eyelashes darker and more prominent

mascaraed

ma-ˈsker-əd 

-ˈska-rəd

adjective

Examples of mascara in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Finish with a tubing mascara, which is less likely to run or smudge throughout the day. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 27 July 2026

Burgundy mascaras, plum liners, soft taupes, and even certain shades of khaki can all enhance blue eyes in different ways. — Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 24 July 2026

However, a smaller travel-sized mascara takes up less space and doesn’t dry out as quickly. — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

As an edgy finishing touch, Taylor-Joy opted for a black manicure and smoky gray eyeshadow with black mascara. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 18 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably from Italian maschera mask

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mascara

• aspera
• barbera
• barrera
• caldera
• cascara
• chimaera
• chimera
• diptera
• drosera
• patera
• provera
• sierra

Kids Definition

mascara

noun

mas·​cara ma-ˈskar-ə 

: a cosmetic especially for darkening the eyelashes