SINCE 1828
faceup
adverb
face·up
| \ ˈfās-ˈəp
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Definition of faceup
(Entry 1 of 2)
: with the face up
face up
verbDefinition of face up (Entry 2 of 2)
: to confront or deal directly with someone or something previously avoided
—usually used with to faced up to my fears
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faceup
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English Language Learners Definition of faceup
: with the face up
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