1. Rictus.
2. Singerie.
ETYM French, prob. of Teutonic origin; cf. AS. grîma mask, specter, Icel. grîma mask, hood, perh. akin to Eng. grin.
A contorted facial expression; SYN. face.
1. The wrinkling of the brows or face in frowning; the expression of displeasure or discontent in the face; an angry frown.
2. Gloom; dark or threatening expression.