face

ot noun

1. The front part of the head of a human or other animal, featuring the eyes, nose and mouth, and the surrounding area. That girl has a pretty face.
2. One's facial expression. Why the sad face?
3. (in expressions such as 'make a face') A distorted facial expression; an expression of displeasure, insult, etc. Children! Stop making faces at each other!
4. The public image; outward appearance. He managed to show a bold face despite his embarrassment.

fe’l verb

1. (of a person or animal) To position oneself or itself so as to have one's face closest to (something). Face the sun.
2. (of an object) To have its front closest to, or in the direction of (something else). Turn the chair so it faces the table.
3. To be presented or confronted with; to have in prospect. We are facing an uncertain future.
4. To deal with (a difficult situation or person); to accept (facts, reality, etc.) even when undesirable. I'm going to have to face this sooner or later.