Informal term for make-up (3,5) Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from November 27, 2024
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Updated Nov 27, 2024
Informal term for make-up (3,5) Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to Informal term for make-up (3,5) for the November 27, 2024 edition of the crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 8 letters. Start with W and end with T, and the possible solutions are WACKIEST, WAINSCOT, WARPAINT.
The answer is WARPAINT.
The crossword clue "Informal term for make-up (3,5)" leads to the answer "WARPAINT." The term "warpaint" is an informal or colloquial way of referring to make-up, especially when it's applied heavily or dramatically.
The phrase is thought to have originated from the traditional face paint used by indigenous people before going into battle, symbolizing strength and identity. Over time, the term evolved and became a lighthearted way to describe cosmetics, particularly when worn by women to enhance their appearance. The structure of the answer (3,5) fits the clue perfectly, with "WAR" and "PAINT" making up the two components of the term.
This clue was last seen in Crossword Puzzle on November 27, 2024. You can also get all other Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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