Definition of expression

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Expression (n.) That which is expressed by a countenance, a posture, a work of art, etc.; look, as indicative of thought or feeling..

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Tell :: Tell (v. i.) To take effect; to produce a marked effect; as, every shot tells; every expression tells..
Trope :: Trope (n.) The use of a word or expression in a different sense from that which properly belongs to it; the use of a word or expression as changed from the original signification to another, for the sake of giving life or emphasis to an idea; a figure of speech..
Creux :: Creux (n.) Used in English only in the expression en creux. Thus, engraving en creux is engraving in intaglio, or by sinking or hollowing out the design..
Sarcasm :: Sarcasm (n.) A keen, reproachful expression; a satirical remark uttered with some degree of scorn or contempt; a taunt; a gibe; a cutting jest..
Strength :: Strength (n.) Vigor or style; force of expression; nervous diction; -- said of literary work.
Bluff :: Bluff (n.) An act of bluffing; an expression of self-confidence for the purpose of intimidation; braggadocio; as, that is only bluff, or a bluff..
Bold :: Bold (n.) Somewhat overstepping usual bounds, or conventional rules, as in art, literature, etc.; taking liberties in composition or expression; as, the figures of an author are bold..
Buzz :: Buzz (n.) A continuous, humming noise, as of bees; a confused murmur, as of general conversation in low tones, or of a general expression of surprise or approbation..
Factious :: Factious (a.) Pertaining to faction; proceeding from faction; indicating, or characterized by, faction; -- said of acts or expressions; as, factious quarrels..
Ventilation :: Ventilation (n.) The act of giving vent or expression.
Congratulation :: Congratulation (n.) The act of congratulating; an expression of sympathetic pleasure.
Pathognomy :: Pathognomy (n.) Expression of the passions; the science of the signs by which human passions are indicated.
Inequality :: Inequality (n.) An expression consisting of two unequal quantities, with the sign of inequality (< or >) between them; as, the inequality 2 < 3, or 4 > 1..
Bonfire :: Bonfire (n.) A large fire built in the open air, as an expression of public joy and exultation, or for amusement..
Open :: Open (a.) Without reserve or false pretense; sincere; characterized by sincerity; unfeigned; frank; also, generous; liberal; bounteous; -- applied to personal appearance, or character, and to the expression of thought and feeling, etc..
Expression :: Expression (n.) That which is expressed by a countenance, a posture, a work of art, etc.; look, as indicative of thought or feeling..
Inexpressible :: Inexpressible (a.) Not capable of expression or utterance in language; ineffable; unspeakable; indescribable; unutterable; as, inexpressible grief or pleasure..
Reproof :: Reproof (n.) An expression of blame or censure; especially, blame expressed to the face; censure for a fault; chiding; reproach..
Groan :: Groan (n.) A low, moaning sound; usually, a deep, mournful sound uttered in pain or great distress; sometimes, an expression of strong disapprobation; as, the remark was received with groans..
Expressionless :: Expressionless (a.) Destitute of expression.
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