mask vs preparation

mask and preparation both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
mask	Yes	No	Yes	No
preparation	Yes	No	No	No

mask (noun)	preparation (noun)
activity that tries to conceal something	activity leading to skilled behavior
a covering to disguise or conceal the face	preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home)
a protective covering worn over the face	the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
a party of guests wearing costumes and masks	the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat
	the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening
	(music) a note that produces a dissonant chord is first heard in a consonant chord
	the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)
	a substance prepared according to a formula

mask (verb)	preparation (verb)
put a mask on or cover with a mask
shield from light
cover with a sauce
hide under a false appearance
make unrecognizable