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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