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noun
A mask associated with drama and acting; either a comedy mask or a tragedy mask.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, theater
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Synonyms: sock and buskin
Antonyms: none provided
History
Named from an ancient dual symbol of the performing arts. Since ancient Greek theatre, two masks bearing a smiling face and frowning or crying grimace have represented comedy and tragedy.
