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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

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:  the top of a mast
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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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