face
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
One's facial expression.
Register: informal, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Why the sad face?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A distorted facial expression; an expression of displeasure, insult, etc.
Register: informal, slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
The amount expressed on a bill, note, bond, etc., without any interest or discount; face value.
Register: informal, slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “face” mean?
One's facial expression.
Is “face” formal or informal?
face is generally informal, slang.
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