physiognomy
- Noun. 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.
- Noun. The face or countenance, with respect to the temper of the mind; particular configuration, cast, or expression of countenance, as denoting character.
- Noun. The art of telling fortunes by inspection of the features.
- Noun. The general appearance or aspect of a thing, without reference to its scientific characteristics; as, the physiognomy of a plant, or of a meteor.
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