frowns
Pronunciation:
/fɹaʊnz/noun
Definitions
A facial expression in which the eyebrows are brought together, and the forehead is wrinkled, usually indicating displeasure, sadness or worry, or less often confusion or concentration.
A facial expression in which the corners of the mouth are pointed down.
verb
Definitions
To have a frown on one's face.
Example: She frowned when I told her the news.
To manifest displeasure or disapprobation; to look with disfavour or threateningly.
Example: Noisy gossip in the library is frowned upon.
To repress or repel by expressing displeasure or disapproval; to rebuke with a look.
Example: Let us frown the impudent fellow into silence.
To communicate by frowning.
Example: Frank frowned his displeasure with my proposal.