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    Frown

    /fraʊn/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A facial expression characterized by a furrowed brow and downturned mouth, indicating displeasure or concentration.
    His frown suggested that he was not impressed with the presentation.
    A look of displeasure.
    She wore a frown when she heard the bad news.
    verb
    To wrinkle the brow in displeasure or concentration.
    She frowned when she saw the messy kitchen.
    To express disapproval or displeasure.
    He frowned at the suggestion of a late-night party.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'frognier', which means to wrinkle, similar to 'froncer' (to furrow).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    frown upon:
    To disapprove of something.
    turn that frown upside down:
    To make someone happy.
    put on a frown:
    To display a displeased expression.

    Related Words

    scowl
    An angry or bad-tempered expression.
    grimace
    An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face.
    glower
    To have an angry or sullen look on one's face.

    Slang Meanings

    Downer
    Don't be such a downer, smile instead of frowning.
    Bummer face
    She had a bummer face when she heard the concert was sold out.