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physiognomy::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | countenance, kisser, mug, phiz, smiler, visage |
| Type of | face, human face |
| Has types | pudding-face, pudding face |
Examples of physiognomy
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Basic structures and physiognomy units of the lunar surface will be defined precisely.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Todorov has a special interest in politicians, people for whom physiognomy can be destiny.
From the time.com
In this musical movie, Dr. Dolittle's character, as well as his physiognomy, has gone astray.
From the time.com
To some extent, Moore's signature approach may be an accident of physiognomy and upbringing.
From the tmagazine.blogs.nytimes.com
His entire physiognomy transforms, the icy blue eyes intensify into laser mode and he stares, motionless.
From the guardian.co.uk
So much for physiognomy, interpreting the face of the car.
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For years physiognomy-the idea that a person's face is a reflection of his character-was sneered at.
From the economist.com
Shifty physiognomy, it seems, is independent of these things.
From the economist.com
A number of scholars have written on their physiognomy.
From the en.wikipedia.org
- Countenance: the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)
- Physiognomy (from the Gk. "physis" meaning 'nature' and "gnomon" meaning 'judge' or 'interpreter') is the assessment of a person's character or personality from their outer appearance, especially the face. ...
- The art and science of discovering the predominant temper, and other characteristic qualities of the mind, by the outward appearance, especially by the features of the face; The face or countenance, with respect to the temper of the mind; particular configuration, cast, or expression of ...
- The apparent characteristics, outward features, or appearance of ecological communities or species.
- The external appearance of a person, in particular the face.
- Divination and character analysis by interpreting the face. Similar to Metoposcopy (interpretation of facial lines).
- The structure and life form characteristics of a particular plant community or vegetation type.
- Is the study of character analysis through physical features.
- Structure of the dominant plants, particularly used in Scandinavian and Russian schemes.
