adj
crestfallen
Crestfallen (adj) means Sad because of a disappointment.
adj
1
Sad because of a disappointment.
2
Having the crest, or upper part of the neck, hanging to one side.
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Etymology
From crest + fallen, from the appearance of a horse with its crest (head) on its chest after defeat in a battle.
Rhymes for crestfallen
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What is the meaning of crestfallen?
"crestfallen" (adj) means sad because of a disappointment.
What are the different meanings of crestfallen?
"crestfallen" has 2 main meanings: 1. Sad because of a disappointment; 2. Having the crest, or upper part of the neck, hanging to one side.