Facing
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Facing
verb
- (of a person or animal) To position oneself or itself so as to have one's face closest to (something).
"Face the sun."
- (of an object) To have its front closest to, or in the direction of (something else).
"Turn the chair so it faces the table."
- To cause (something) to turn or present a face or front, as in a particular direction.
- To be presented or confronted with; to have in prospect.
"We are facing an uncertain future."
- 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."
noun
- The most external portion of exterior siding.
- Fabric applied to a garment edge on the underside.
- 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.
- (in the plural) The collar and cuffs of a military coat, commonly of a different colour from the rest of the coat.
- (usually in the plural) The movement of soldiers by turning on their heels to the right, left, or about.
adjective
- Positioned so as to face (in a particular direction)
- (of points and crossovers) Diverging in the direction of travel.
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Synonyms & Antonyms
SYNONYMS
confrontdeal with
ANTONYMS
trailing