Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

face-down

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: 5.31 in modern English

Syllables
face--down
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
3
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

adv

In a manner such that the face, front, or surface which is normally directed forward for viewing is positioned downward.

adj

Having the face, front or surface positioned downward.

noun

A confrontation.

Example Sentences

Inflected Forms

facedown (alternative) face-downs (plural)

Antonyms

face-up

Questions

What does face-down mean?
In a manner such that the face, front, or surface which is normally directed forward for viewing is positioned downward.

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