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Origin
One of two ancient symbols of the performing arts. In ancient Greek theatre, actors in comedic roles often wore a mask of a smiling or laughing face.
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APA
comedy mask. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/comedy%20mask
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“comedy mask.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/comedy%20mask. Accessed November 4, 2026.
Chicago
WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “comedy mask,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/comedy%20mask.
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