face
//feɪs//
Noun
faceSingular
facesPlural
1
The front part of the head, from the forehead to the chin, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
She washed her face with cold water.
2
The expression on someone's face that shows their feelings or mood.
She had a sad face when she heard the news.
3
The front or surface of something.
The face of the clock is cracked.
4
Respect, dignity, or reputation in the eyes of others.
He didn't want to lose face in front of his colleagues.
Synonym
Verb
faceInfinitive
facePresent tense
facedPast tense
facedPast participle
facingPresent participle
facesThird-person singular
1
To be positioned toward or have the front pointing in a particular direction.
The house faces the ocean.
2
To confront or deal with something difficult or unpleasant.
We must face the problem together.
3
To cover the surface of something with a layer of different material.
The wall was faced with marble.