MOUE

pout, moue, wry face

(noun) a disdainful grimace

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

moue (plural moues)

A pout, especially as expressing mock-annoyance or flirtatiousness. [from 19th c.]

Usage notes

Often used in the phrase “make a moue”, influenced by French “faire la moue”, meaning “to pout”.

Anagrams

• meou

Source: Wiktionary



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COVERT

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