| 单词 | moue |
| 释义 | moue (once / 16909 pages) n A moue is a grimace you make with your lips. If you make this expression, you're usually showing distaste, petulance, or a similar emotion. Moue is also used, however, to refer to a flirtatious pout. The word moue is pronounced "moo," like the sound a cow makes, although the origin of the word has nothing to do with cows. Instead, the noun moue comes from the Middle Dutch word mouwe, which meant a protruding lip. You can make a moue of displeasure when someone steals your parking spot or give a coy moue when you're trying to get away with something. Either way, you're pouting. WORD FAMILYmoue: moues USAGE EXAMPLESHe gave a little moue of suppressed agreement then sent me to see the practice nutritionist. BBC(Mar 25, 2016) Reznak set the head on a satin pillow at the king’s feet, then scampered away, his mouth twisted up in a moue of distaste. George R. R. Martin, A Dance with Dragons(2011) Ms. Nielsen’s goggling eyes and goofy moues are always fun to watch. New York Times(Jun 01, 2014) n a disdainful grimace Syn|Hyper pout, wry face face, grimace a contorted facial expression |
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