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/makɪˈ(j)ɑːʒ/ · noun
Makeup, cosmetics, or its application, especially in theatrical or excessive use..
The ladies of his court – and plenty of the men too – adapted their maquillage to take advantage of artificial lighting to draw attention to their rosy cheeks, white bosoms, jet black eyebrows and scarlet lips.
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Maquillage means Makeup, cosmetics, or its application, especially in theatrical or excessive use..
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The ladies of his court – and plenty of the men too – adapted their maquillage to take advantage of artificial lighting to draw attention to their rosy cheeks, white bosoms, jet black eyebrows and scarlet lips.
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