racoon

/rəˈkoʊən/

Definitions

1. noun

A medium-sized, nocturnal mammal with a distinctive black and white mask-like marking on its face, native to North America.

“The raccoon rummaged through the trash can in search of food.”

2. noun

A type of mask or covering with a black and white pattern, often used in theater or masquerade balls.

“She wore a raccoon mask to the costume party.”

Synonyms

  • bandit
  • bandit mask
  • mask

Antonyms

  • none