The Only Use of
countenance
in
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
- Whispers passed along, and a boding uneasiness took possession of every countenance.†
Chpt 30
Definitions:
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(1)
(countenance as in: a pleasant countenance) facial expression; or face; or composure or manner
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(2)
(countenance as in: giving countenance) to tolerate, approve, or show favor or support
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(3)
(meaning too rare to warrant focus) meaning too rare to warrant focus:
More rarely, in addition to facial expression, countenance can refer to one's posture and other visible features.