Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

horse-faced

adjective
/hɔːrs feɪst/
Definition
Having a long or elongated face resembling that of a horse.
Examples
  • Despite her horse-faced appearance, she had a charming personality.
  • He made a joke about looking horse-faced after trying on a new mask.
  • The cartoon character was drawn with horse-faced features for comedic effect.
Meaning
The term ‘horse-faced’ describes someone whose facial features are marked by a long shape, often used in a derogatory or humorous context.
Synonyms
  • elongated
  • long-faced
  • horse-like