English dictionary
smile
/sm/aI/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The act of smiling; a peculiar change or brightening of the face, which expresses pleasure, moderate joy, mirth, approbation, or kindness; -- opposed to <i>frown</i>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
Source: WordNet 3.0
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express with a smile
ExamplesShe smiled her thanks.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To express amusement, pleasure, moderate joy, or love and kindness, by the features of the face; to laugh silently.
Source: webster1913
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To express by a smile; as, to <i>smile</i> consent; to <i>smile</i> a welcome to visitors.
Source: webster1913