masked ball

American  

noun

1. a ball at which masks are worn.

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masked ball British  

noun

1. a ball at which masks are worn

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Etymology

Origin of masked ball

First recorded in 1770–80

Example Sentences

Missions involved everything from decrypting pictograms to infiltrating a masked ball.

From The Verge

On the other hand, depending on government and health restrictions, it is very possible that masked balls may take on a whole new meaning.

From New York Times

This one, with its elaborate sparkle and lacelike detail, looks eerily beautiful; like its wearer is about to attend a mysterious masked ball.

From Seattle Times

They’re all attending one of two masked balls held annually at the Paris Opéra on the rue Le Peletier — a building that burned down later that year.

From Washington Post

A young man longs to reunite with a beautiful dancer that he met at a masked ball.

From Los Angeles Times