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masthead
noun mast·head \ˈmast-ˌhed\
: the top of a ship's mast
: the name of a newspaper shown on the top of the first page
Full Definition of MASTHEAD
1
: the top of a mast
2
a : the printed matter in a newspaper or periodical that gives the title and details of ownership, advertising rates, and subscription rates b : the name of a publication (as a newspaper) displayed on the top of the first page
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First Known Use of MASTHEAD
15th century
Rhymes with MASTHEAD
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MASTHEAD Defined for Kids
masthead
noun mast·head \ˈmast-ˌhed\
Definition of MASTHEAD for Kids
: the top of a ship's mast
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