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redface

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛdˌfeɪs/

The English word “redface” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

  1. A style of theatrical makeup in which a white actor reddens the face in order to portray a Native American.

Etymology

From red + face, based on earlier blackface.

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