noun

hostmask

hostmask · hostmasks

On IRC, a partial address that matches a number of hostsOn IRC, a partial address that matches a number of hosts.

Meaning

1 senses

(Internet)On IRC, a partial address that matches a number of hosts.
The channel operator banned the hostmask *!*@*example.com, so nobody could connect from example.com any more.

From host + mask.

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plural: hostmasks

Singular	hostmask
Plural	hostmasks

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