face (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: /feɪs/
Definition
The front part of a person's head, from the forehead to the chin.
Examples
She has a kind face.
He covered his face with his hands.
The baby has a round face.
How to Use face
- face up to (phrasal verb)
- To accept and deal with a difficult situation. — "You have to face up to your responsibilities."
- face the music (idiom)
- To accept criticism or punishment for something you have done. — "After breaking the vase, he had to face the music."
- face of (prepositional phrase)
- The front surface of something. — "The face of the building needs cleaning."
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