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Pursed: meaning, definitions and examples

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pursed

 

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Verb
Context #1 | Verb

facial expression

The term 'pursed' refers to the action of bringing together and tightening one's lips, often indicating annoyance, disapproval, or concentration. It is commonly associated with a facial expression that conveys a range of emotions from displeasure to deep thought. The pursing of lips can also be a non-verbal cue indicating a person's reluctance to speak or share feelings. This action is frequently observed in social interactions where individuals are retranslating their feelings without uttering words.

Synonyms

compressed, sealed, tightened

Examples of usage

  • She pursed her lips in thought as she considered his proposal.
  • He often purses his lips when he's trying to hide his frustration.
  • The child pursed his lips defiantly when scolded.
  • Pursed lips are commonly associated with disapproval.

Translations

Translations of the word "pursed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น franzir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฟเค•เฅ‹เคกเคผเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lippenn

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menggenggam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะธัะฝัƒั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zmarszczyฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฃใ‚’็ตใถ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pincer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fruncir

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bรผzmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐก๊ทธ๋ฆฌ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุจุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stรกhnout

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zvrรกskaviลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็šฑ็œ‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gubati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kryppa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะธะฝะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ™แƒฃแƒ›แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑrฤฑลŸdฤฑrmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fruncir

Etymology

The word 'pursed' originates from the Middle English term 'pursen,' which is a variant of the Old French word 'poursuivre,' meaning to follow or chase. Over time, the meaning evolved to incorporate the idea of drawing together or tightening, especially relating to the mouth. The transformation of the term reflects not only linguistic adaptations but also cultural nuances in how facial expressions convey emotions. Historical texts often reference the action of pursing the lips in relation to various emotional states, showcasing its importance in human expression. This ever-evolving usage underscores the significance of non-verbal communication in expressing feelings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,784, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.