redface

English

noun
Definitions
  • A style of theatrical makeup in which a white actor reddens the face in order to portray a Native American.

Etymology

Compound from English red (having red as its colour) + English face (figure, form, shape).

Origin

English

face

Gloss

figure, form, shape

Concept
Semantic Field

Sense perception

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Kanji

姿

Emoji

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