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facingnoun
facings
pl
UK
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
US
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
Translations
parementureHabillement, couture : partie de doublure ou de finition sur un bord de vêtement.
The coat had a velvet facing that added a touch of luxury to its design.
Le manteau avait une parementure en velours qui ajoutait une touche de luxe à son design.
parementConstruction, architecture.
The building's exterior was enhanced with a stone facing to give it a more elegant look.
L'extérieur du bâtiment a été mis en valeur par un parement en pierre pour lui donner un aspect plus élégant.
Definitions
A layer of material applied to the surface of something to improve its appearance or durability.
The building's exterior was enhanced with a stone facing to give it a more elegant look.
The front or outer surface of a garment, especially when it is different from the rest of the garment.
The coat had a velvet facing that added a touch of luxury to its design.
A lining or covering of a different material on the edge of a garment, such as a collar or cuff.
The dress had a silk facing on the collar, which contrasted beautifully with the cotton fabric.
Synonyms
orientation
front
surface
aspect
side
facinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
US
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
Used attributively to indicate orientation toward something.
Translations
orientéSe dit d'un élément dont la face principale est tournée vers quelque chose ; souvent avec un complément de direction.
The apartment has a south-facing balcony that gets sunlight all day.
L'appartement a un balcon orienté au sud qui reçoit du soleil toute la journée.
Definitions
Situated with its front or main surface directed toward a specified point or object.
The apartment has a south-facing balcony that gets sunlight all day.
Synonyms
confronting
opposing
fronting
looking towards
directed at
facenoun
Definitions
The front part of a person's head from the forehead to the chin, or the corresponding part in an animal.
She washed her face with cold water to wake up.
The expression or appearance of the face as an indication of mood or emotion.
His face showed no emotion as he delivered the news.
The surface of a thing, especially one that is presented to the view or has a particular function.
The face of the clock was beautifully decorated.
A person in terms of their public image or reputation.
She is the face of the new advertising campaign.
A flat surface of a geometric solid.
Each face of the cube was painted a different color.
One's honor, dignity, or social standing that can be lost or preserved.
He told a joke to save face after his mistake.
faceverb

facing

ing-form

faced
Past Simple
faced
Past Participle
facing
ing-form
UK
/feɪs/
US
/feɪs/
Translations
She had to face her fears before she could move forward.
Elle a dû affronter ses peurs avant de pouvoir avancer.
faire face àConfrontation avec une difficulté ou prise en charge d’une conséquence.
He must face the consequences of his decisions.
Il doit faire face aux conséquences de ses décisions.
donner surPour indiquer l’orientation ou la direction vers laquelle quelque chose est tourné.
The house faces the ocean, providing a beautiful view.
La maison donne sur l’océan, offrant une belle vue.
Additional translations
revêtirTechnique ou construction : recouvrir la face extérieure d’un matériau.
Definitions
To confront or deal with a difficult situation or person directly.
She had to face her fears before she could move forward.
To turn or be positioned with the front toward a particular direction.
The house faces the ocean, providing a beautiful view.
To accept and deal with the consequences of one's actions.
He must face the consequences of his decisions.
To be the opponent in a competition or conflict.
The team will face their rivals in the championship game.
To cover or surface the front or outer side of something with a different material.
The fireplace was faced with polished granite.
Synonyms
meet
challenge
defy
brave
encounter
address
confront
tackle
faceadjective
Definitions
Designed for use on the face or relating to the face.
She applied a gentle face cleanser every night.
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