ski mask

noun

1. a one-piece pullover covering for the head and face, generally of knitted material with holes for the eyes, the mouth, and sometimes the nose, originally worn by skiers and used to protect the face against cold and wind.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ski mask¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

According to an indictment, Grant bought ski masks at a sporting goods store and distributed weapons to the hit team, including a gun that had been modified for automatic fire.

From Los Angeles Times

One individual in a ski mask appears to grab items from a gray sedan that is on fire.

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The suspects were described as three males wearing ski masks driving a medium-sized sedan.

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Around 10:25 p.m. on July 13, Ramirez was in a silver Cadillac with three other occupants, all wearing ski masks.

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Ramirez’s father said that said despite police reports, his son “did not have a weapon; he didn’t have a ski mask.”

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