Masquerade balls were extended into costumed public festivities in Italy during the 16th century Renaissance (Italian maschera). They were generally elaborate dances held for members of the upper classes, and were particularly popular in Venice. masquerade noun (PARTY) (also masquerade ball, masquerade party) a party or dance where people wear masks (= coverings over part or all of the face) or other disguises (= clothes that hide who you are or make you look like someone else): FARGO โ€” An upcoming fundraiser is asking people to go all out with their fashion, for a good cause.

Understanding the Context

Tickets are on sale now for the upcoming Masquerade Ball, put on by She Overcomes. The goal of the ...