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facing

The correct spelling is facing.

How to pronounce facing

/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈfeɪsɪŋ/

Say it like: Fas-ing

The correct spelling is facing. (of a person or animal) To position oneself or itself so as to have one's face closest to (something). For example: "Face the sun."

Usage Examples

Face the sun.

Turn the chair so it faces the table.

We are facing an uncertain future.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(of a person or animal) To position oneself or itself so as to have one's face closest to (something).
  2. 2.(of an object) To have its front closest to, or in the direction of (something else).
  3. 3.To cause (something) to turn or present a face or front, as in a particular direction.
  4. 4.To be presented or confronted with; to have in prospect.
  5. 5.To deal with (a difficult situation or person); to accept (facts, reality, etc.) even when undesirable.

noun

  1. 1.The most external portion of exterior siding.
  2. 2.Fabric applied to a garment edge on the underside.
  3. 3.A powdered substance, such as charcoal or bituminous coal, applied to the face of a mould, or mixed with the sand that forms it, to give a fine smooth surface to the casting.
  4. 4.(in the plural) The collar and cuffs of a military coat, commonly of a different colour from the rest of the coat.
  5. 5.(usually in the plural) The movement of soldiers by turning on their heels to the right, left, or about.

adjective

  1. 1.Positioned so as to face (in a particular direction)
  2. 2.(of points and crossovers) Diverging in the direction of travel.

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