The Clue
Bench's protection (4 letter answer)
The Answer
MASK
Tags
Notes
The answer MASK is common and appears about once every 350 puzzles.
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Definition
MASK as a noun:
1. a covering to disguise or conceal the face
2. activity that tries to conceal something; "no mask could conceal his ignorance"; "they moved in under a mask of friendship"
3. (masquerade, masquerade party, masque, mask) = a party of guests wearing costumes and masks
4. a protective covering worn over the face
MASK as a verb:
1. (dissemble, cloak, mask) = hide under a false appearance; "He masked his disappointment"
2. put a mask on or cover with a mask; "Mask the children for Halloween"
3. cover with a sauce; "mask the meat"
4. (mask, block out) = shield from light