Maskhole

Pronunciation: /mæsk.hoʊl/

Definitions of maskhole

noun a derogatory term for someone who disregards public health guidelines regarding mask-wearing

Example Sentences

A1 The maskhole refused to wear a face covering in the grocery store.

A2 The maskhole was asked to leave the restaurant for not following the mask mandate.

B1 The maskhole's behavior was unacceptable and put others at risk.

B2 The maskhole's disregard for safety measures angered those around them.

C1 The maskhole's selfishness and ignorance was evident in their refusal to wear a mask.

C2 The maskhole's blatant disregard for public health guidelines was met with condemnation from the community.

Examples of maskhole in a Sentence

formal The individual who refuses to wear a mask in public places is often referred to as a maskhole.

informal I can't believe that maskhole walked into the store without a mask on.

slang That maskhole is putting everyone at risk by not wearing a mask.

figurative The maskhole's selfishness is truly astounding.

Grammatical Forms of maskhole

• past tense: maskholed
• plural: maskholes
• comparative: more maskhole
• superlative: most maskhole
• present tense: maskhole
• future tense: will maskhole
• perfect tense: have maskholed
• continuous tense: is maskholing
• singular: maskhole
• positive degree: maskhole
• infinitive: to maskhole
• gerund: maskholing
• participle: maskholed

Origin and Evolution of maskhole

First Known Use: 2020 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'maskhole' is a portmanteau of 'mask' and 'asshole' and was likely coined during the COVID-19 pandemic in response to individuals who refused to wear masks in public spaces.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe individuals who disregarded mask-wearing guidelines during the pandemic, the term 'maskhole' has evolved to encompass anyone who displays selfish or inconsiderate behavior in relation to public health measures.