rictus

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rictus Definition

ric·tus (rik′təs)

noun

a sustained gaping, as of a bird's beak or an animal's mouth
the opening so produced
a fixed, gaping grin

Etymology: ModL < L, open mouth < pp. of ringi, to gape

rictus Related Forms

ric′·tal adjective

rictus Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

grin: The lips are rotted, receding to reveal a rictus grin.

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