faces
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/ˈfeɪsɪz/
English
Definitions
noun
- The front part of the head of a human or other animal, featuring the eyes, nose and mouth, and the surrounding area.“That girl has a pretty face.”
- One's facial expression.“Why the sad face?”
- (in expressions such as 'make a face') A distorted facial expression; an expression of displeasure, insult, etc.“Children! Stop making faces at each other!”
- The public image; outward appearance.“He managed to show a bold face despite his embarrassment.”
verb
- (of a person or animal) To position oneself or itself so as to have one's face closest to (something).“Face the sun.”
- (of an object) To have its front closest to, or in the direction of (something else).“Turn the chair so it faces the table.”
- To cause (something) to turn or present a face or front, as in a particular direction.
- To be presented or confronted with; to have in prospect.“We are facing an uncertain future.”
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Synonyms
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