drama mask

English

Etymology

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.

Noun

drama mask (plural drama masks)

  1. (theater) A mask associated with drama and acting; either a comedy mask or a tragedy mask.
    Synonym: sock and buskin
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