Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

masking

noun

/ˈmæskɪŋ/

Definition

The act of concealing or hiding something, often to prevent it from being seen or recognized.

Examples

Masking the sound of the construction work outside helped her concentrate on her studies.
In the psychological context, many people engage in masking their true emotions to fit into social norms.
He used a mask for masking the smell of the paint when decorating his room.

Meaning

Masking can refer to the practice of covering up or disguising a characteristic or detail, often used in psychology to describe behaviors that hide emotional distress or in technology where data is obscured.