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phys·i·og·no·my
 physiognomy
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- pronunciation:
- fI
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
physiognomies |
| definition 1: |
the facial or surface features of a person or other living creature.
- synonyms:
- face, features
- similar words:
- aspect, countenance, expression, profile
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| definition 2: |
the practice of interpreting or judging character from such surface features, esp. facial ones.
- similar words:
- phrenology
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| related words: |
countenance |
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| derivations: |
physiognomic (adj.), physiognomist (n.) |
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