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    Fronçant (en. Frowning)

    /fʁɔ̃sɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The act of wrinkling or furrowing a part of the face.
    She furrowed her brow to show her disagreement.
    Elle fronçait les sourcils pour montrer son désaccord.
    To make a fold or wrinkle in a fabric.
    He wrinkled the tablecloth before putting it on the table.
    Il a froncé la nappe avant de la poser sur la table.
    To express worry or irritation by wrinkling the face.
    He wrinkled his nose at the unpleasant smell.
    Il a froncé le nez en sentant l'odeur désagréable.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'froncer', which comes from the Latin 'frungere' meaning 'to break'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to furrow one's brow
    To express disapproval or concern.
    froncer les sourcils
    to wrinkle one's nose
    To show a reaction of disgust or disagreement.
    froncer le nez
    furrows the forehead
    To indicate a concern or concentration.
    fronce le front

    Related Words

    furrowed
    Describes something that has been wrinkled or crumpled.
    froncé
    to wrinkle
    The act of making folds, often in a fabric.
    plisser
    wrinkle
    A fold or indentation in the skin or another material.
    ride

    Slang Meanings

    To furrow one's brows stubbornly.
    He furrowed his brow as if trying to prove his point.
    Il a froncé les sourcils comme s'il cherchait à prouver son point de vue.
    To disagree through facial expression.
    She furrowed her forehead, clearly upset by the remark.
    Elle a froncé le front, visiblement contrariée par la remarque.