Definition of "facer" in English

noun

1. (slang, obsolete) A blow in the face, as in boxing.

2. (slang, by extension) An unexpected and stunning blow or defeat.

3. (slang) A serving of alcoholic drink; a dram.

   • Dory […] poured a little whisky into a glass, and grew reminiscent. “I had a facer myself this morning before I came down,” he said.

noun

1. (obsolete) One who faces; one who puts on a false show; a bold-faced person.