Face: meaning, definitions and examples

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face

[ feɪs ]

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expression

The front part of a person's head from the forehead to the chin, or the corresponding part in an animal.

Synonyms

countenance, facial expression, visage

Examples of usage

She has a beautiful face.
He has a friendly face.
The cat's face was covered in fur.

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social media

A public profile or account on a social media platform.

Synonyms

account, profile

Examples of usage

She manages her company's Facebook face.
I follow her on Instagram face.

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confrontation

Confront and deal with or accept.

Synonyms

accept, confront, deal with

Examples of usage

We need to face the truth.
He finally faced his fears.

Translations

Translations of the word "face" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rosto

🇮🇳 चेहरा

🇩🇪 Gesicht

🇮🇩 wajah

🇺🇦 обличчя

🇵🇱 twarz

🇯🇵 顔 (かお)

🇫🇷 visage

🇪🇸 cara

🇹🇷 yüz

🇰🇷 얼굴

🇸🇦 وجه

🇨🇿 tvář

🇸🇰 tvár

🇨🇳 脸 (liǎn)

🇸🇮 obraz

🇮🇸 andlit

🇰🇿 бет

🇬🇪 სახე

🇦🇿 üz

🇲🇽 cara

Word origin

The word 'face' originated from the Middle English word 'flesen,' which means to imprint, stamp, or mark the face. Over time, the word evolved to refer to the front part of a person's head. Faces play a crucial role in communication and expression, serving as a window to one's emotions and thoughts. In social media, the term 'face' is often used to describe a person's public profile or online presence. The verb form of 'face' signifies confronting challenges, fears, or truths in life.

See also: deface, efface, facet, facing, interface, preface.