All 7 Uses

countenance
in
The Taming of the Shrew
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You must meet my master to countenance my mistress.
Scene 4.1 *

countenance = show favor
In countenance somewhat doth resemble you.
Scene 4.2 *

countenance = facial expression
Thou, it seems, that calls for company to countenance her.†
Scene 4.1
Master, a mercatante or a pedant, I know not what; but formal in apparel, In gait and countenance surely like a father.†
Scene 4.2
Set your countenance, sir.†
Scene 4.4
Lay hands on the villain: I believe 'a means to cozen somebody in this city under my countenance.†
Scene 5.1
Bianca's love Made me exchange my state with Tranio, While he did bear my countenance in the town; And happily I have arriv'd at the last Unto the wished haven of my bliss.†
Scene 5.1

Definitions:

(1) (countenance as in: a pleasant countenance)
facial expression; or face; or composure or manner
(2) (countenance as in: giving countenance)
to tolerate, approve, or show favor or support
(3) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)
More rarely, in addition to facial expression, countenance can refer to one's posture and other visible features.