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Meaning of askance

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

askance

Pronunciation:/əˈskæns//əˈskæns/

verb

Definitions

  1. To look at (someone or something) with a sideways glance.

  2. To turn (one's eye or gaze) to the side.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Turned to the side, especially of the eyes.

adverb

Definitions

  1. (of a look or glance) With disapproval, skepticism, or suspicion.

    Example: The beggar asked for change, but the haughty woman only looked at him askance.

  2. Sideways; obliquely.