unmask
[ uhn-mask, -mahsk ]
/ ʌnˈmæsk, -ˈmɑsk /
verb (used with object)
to strip a mask or disguise from.
to reveal the true character of; disclose; expose.
Military. to reveal the presence of (guns) by firing.
verb (used without object)
to put off one's mask; appear in true nature.
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unmask
/ (ʌnˈmɑːsk) /
verb
to remove (the mask or disguise) from (someone or oneself)
to appear or cause to appear in true character
(tr) military to make evident the presence of (weapons), either by firing or by the removal of camouflage, etc
Derived forms of unmask
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