Meaning & Definition of word "Pout"
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Pout
/paʊt/
noun:
- 1. A protrusion of the lips, typically as an expression of sulkiness.
- Example: The child's pout was hard to resist, and her mother eventually gave in.
- 2. A sulky or sullen expression.
- Example: His pout suggested that he was not pleased with the outcome of the discussion.
verb:
- 1. To push one's lips forward as an expression of annoyance or displeasure.
- Example: She began to pout when she realized she couldn't go to the party.
- 2. To sulk or display a mood of annoyance.
- Example: He was pouting after losing the game and refused to talk to anyone.
Etymology
Middle English 'pouten', of uncertain origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pouty lips:
Lips that are protruded in a sulky gesture.
pouting child:
A child expressing frustration or discontent through facial expression.
Related Words
sulk:
To be silently morose or bad-tempered.
mope:
To be dejected and apathetic.
scowl:
To frown in an angry or bad-tempered way.
Slang Meanings of pout
Meaning: To sulk or express displeasure, often in a dramatic way.
Example Sentence: Stop pouting and just talk about what's bothering you.
Meaning: To pose with a sad or sulking expression, often for social media.
Example Sentence: She took a pouty selfie for Instagram.