uppsyn — 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 (formal) A person's manner or expression, especially one they put on deliberately.

Senses

uppsyn is used for these senses in English:

• face (in expressions such as make a face) A distorted facial expression; an expression of displeasure, insult, etc.
• mien (countable, uncountable) Demeanor; facial expression or attitude, especially one which is intended by its bearer.

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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