noun

frowning

FROW-nihng

Frowning (noun) means the act of making a frown. Example: “Constant frowning had left lines on his forehead.”

noun

The act of making a frown.

"Constant frowning had left lines on his forehead."

How to use frowning

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe action of frowning — pulling your eyebrows together in displeasure or concentration.

Word forms

frownings plural

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Rhymes for frowning

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Frequently asked questions

What does “frowning” mean?

The word “frowning” means the act of making a frown. In plain terms, the action of frowning — pulling your eyebrows together in displeasure or concentration.

How do you pronounce “frowning”?

“Frowning” is pronounced FROW-nihng (/ˈfɹaʊnɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “frowning” in a sentence?

Here is “frowning” used in a sentence: “Constant frowning had left lines on his forehead.”

What part of speech is “frowning”?

“Frowning” is a noun.