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He began to frown at the broken toy.
What does Frown mean?
a face showing worry or displeasure
Dictionary definition
To make a facial expression that often shows worry, sadness, or displeasure; also the expression itself.
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A frown crossed her face when she heard the news.
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A character's frown can reveal feelings without dialogue.
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Scowl is close in meaning to frown.
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Partverb, noun.
MeaningFrown means a face showing worry or displeasure.
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Synonyms
Words like Frown
scowlClose in meaning in many contexts.
grimaceClose in meaning in many contexts.
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Frown word family
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frown
noun
frowns
Plural form of frown.
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