scowler

Variant of scowl

scowl definition

scowl (sko̵ul)

intransitive verb

  1. to contract the eyebrows and lower the corners of the mouth in showing displeasure; look angry, irritated, or sullen
  2. to have a threatening look; lower

Etymology: ME scoulen, prob. < Scand, as in Dan skule, in same sense, akin to MHG schulen, to be hidden, lurk < IE *(s)kulo-, concealment < base *(s)keu-, to cover

transitive verb

to affect, influence, or express with a scowl or scowls

noun

  1. the act or expression of scowling; angry frown
  2. a threatening aspect

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