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Meaning of fawns

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

fawns

noun

Definitions

  1. A young deer.

  2. A pale brown colour tinted with yellow, like that of a fawn.

  3. The young of an animal; a whelp.

verb

Definitions

  1. To give birth to a fawn.

noun

Definitions

  1. A servile cringe or bow.

  2. Base flattery.

verb

Definitions

  1. To exhibit affection or attempt to please.

  2. To seek favour by flattery and obsequious behaviour (with on or upon).

    Synonyms:grovelsoft-soaptoadywheedle
  3. (of a dog) To show devotion or submissiveness by wagging its tail, nuzzling, licking, etc.