gnúis — meaning in English

English meaning

• countenance noun A person's face or facial expression, especially as it reveals their mood.
• face noun The front of the head, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
• mien noun Demeanor; facial expression or attitude, especially one which is intended by its bearer.

Senses

gnúis is used for these senses in English:

• face (anatomy) The front part of the head of a human or other animal, featuring the eyes, nose, and mouth, and the surrounding area.
• face (in expressions such as make a face) A distorted facial expression; an expression of displeasure, insult, etc.

countenance — full definition

1. noun A person's face or facial expression, especially as it reveals their mood.
2. verb To approve of, tolerate, or support something.

face — full definition

1. noun The front of the head, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
2. noun One's reputation, dignity, or standing in the eyes of others.
3. noun The front or outer surface of an object, such as a clock, cliff, or building.
4. verb To have the front pointed toward something, or to be positioned opposite it.
5. verb To confront or deal with a difficult situation, person, or fact.

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