Definition of "frown" in English

noun

1. A wrinkling of the forehead with the eyebrows brought together, typically indicating displeasure, severity, or concentration.

2. (Canada, US) A downturn of the corners of the mouth, typically expressing sadness.

3. Any facial expression that indicates disapproval or displeasure.

verb

1. (intransitive) To have a frown on one's face.

   • She frowned when I told her the news.

2. (intransitive, figurative) To manifest displeasure or disapprobation; to look with disfavour or threateningly.

   • Noisy gossip in the library is frowned upon.

3. (transitive) To repress or repel by expressing displeasure or disapproval; to rebuke with a look.

   • Let us frown the impudent fellow into silence.

4. (transitive) To communicate by frowning.

   • Frank frowned his displeasure with my proposal.