Meaning of mask up | Babel Free

Definitions

To put on a mask, especially a safety mask or a medical facemask.

intransitive

Examples

“Soldiers are trained to immediately mask up at the first sign or suspicion that a chemical attack is in progress and then immediately give the signals themselves. In conjunction with any early warning of chemical attack, the donning of the protective mask will provide the best possible protection that the foot soldier has against airborne chemical agent attack.”

“Winston arrived twenty-four hours ago. Before I can enter the ward where he lies, I need to mask up. In theory, the masks we all wear – paper thin, though reinforced with a water-resistant coating – will prevent the virus from contaminating our mouth or nose, even when a patient coughs in our direction.”

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