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frown
/fraʊn/
[/fraʊn/]
wrinkle the brow to show displeasure
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Definition
To wrinkle the area above the eyes to show that you are unhappy, angry, or thinking hard. It can also be a noun for this expression.
Example
She frowned when she heard the bad news.
She frowned when she heard the bad news.
Etymology
From Old French 'froignier' (to frown, snort), of Celtic origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for facial expressions; 'frown upon' means disapprove of.