face — the front part of the head from the forehead to the chin
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the front part of the head from the forehead to the chin
Pronunciation (IPA): /feɪs/
Example Sentences
- My cat made such a funny face when it tasted the lemon that I couldn't stop laughing.
- Students have to face the reality that summer vacation is almost over.
- He put on a brave face, but inside he was terrified of the job interview.
face
NOUN[/feɪs/]
the front part of the head from the forehead to the chin
Mother washing child's face gently
Show your face in this new place of space!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'face' derives from Latin 'facies', originally meaning 'appearance' or 'form'. Ancient Romans regarded the human face as the most important feature expressing a person's identity and character, which led to the development and widespread use of this term.
Breakdown
Latin facies (appearance, form) → Old French face → Middle English face → Modern English face. The term evolved from a general concept of 'external appearance' to specifically denote the front of the human head.
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📝Examples
“My cat made such a funny face when it tasted the lemon that I couldn't stop laughing.”
“Students have to face the reality that summer vacation is almost over.”
“He put on a brave face, but inside he was terrified of the job interview.”
“The clock face was so dirty that nobody could tell what time it was.”
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