/ˈmæskəˌreɪd/

1. Face replacement and editing in visual effects: An advanced yet cost-effective VFX technique that seamlessly replaces, edits, or enhances facial elements for cinematic or commercial purposes. Typically used for facial fixes, cosmetic tweaks, or full-on character transformations without the hefty price tag of traditional VFX.

   • Example: "The studio opted for a maskerade instead of reshoots, saving both time and budget."

2. Colloquial: A digital disguise, where visual effects technology steps in to mask or enhance an actor's appearance, making anything from subtle cosmetic edits to complete facial swaps seem effortlessly real.

   • Example: "With maskerade, they managed to transform the actor's look entirely—no one could tell it wasn't makeup."