facepalm

English

/ˈfeɪsˌpɑː(l)m/

noun
Definitions
  • A gesture of bringing one or both palms to the face, with various interpretations.

Etymology

Compound from English face (figure, form, shape) + English palm (the inner surface of the hand between the wrist and the fingers).

Origin

English

palm

Gloss

the inner surface of the hand between the wrist and the fingers

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