SINCE 1828
frown on/upon
phrasal verb
frowned on/upon;
frowning on/upon;
frowns on/upon
Definition of frown on/upon
: to disapprove of (something)
The company frowns on dating among employees. Public expressions of affection are frowned upon in many cultures.
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