straightface en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈstɹeɪtˌfeɪs/
Etymology
From straight + face.
Meanings
- (rare, slang, uncountable, usually) An obvious, apparent, or stereotypical appearance of heterosexuality based on a person's countenance, often characterized by femininity in females and masculinity in males.
- (rare, uncountable, usually) The quality of sincerity or convincingness.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| straightfaces | Number=Plur | lexicographic |