English Explanatory Dictionary

vizard

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A mask (cover for the face, used for disguise, protection, etc.)
  2. A visor (part of a helmet covering the face).
  3. Outward appearance; pretense.
  4. Alternative spelling of visard (“type of mask”).
name
  1. A surname.

Pronunciation

/ˈvɪzəd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-vizard.wav

Word forms

vizard vizards vizzard

Etymology

An alteration of visor by confusion of the ending.

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