Definition

A sore or ulcer in the mouth of a hawk, often affecting its health and ability to eat.

Example

The veterinarian examined the bird and found a frounce in its mouth.

Conversation

Did you hear about that hawk that had a frounce?

No, I haven't! What happened to it?

They said it was suffering from a canker in its mouth.

That's really sad; I hope they can help it recover.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make something have creases or wrinkles, or to curl it.

Example

She decided to frounce the fabric to give it a more textured look.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I noticed that your shirt looks a bit frounced today.

Yeah, I didn't iron it this morning, so it got a little wrinkled.

It still looks good, but I guess a quick iron could help with the frouncing.

Root Explanation

The word 'frounce' originates from Middle English 'frounce', which means to curl or to twist. It is derived from the Old French 'froncer', meaning to wrinkle or to frown. The word describes the action of curling or wrinkling, often associated with facial expressions.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word 'froncer', which means to wrinkle or frown — this helps you remember that 'frounce' relates to curling or twisting.

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