facers

/F EY1 S ER0 Z/
noun
  1. 1

    An unexpected and stunning blow or defeat.

  2. 2

    One who faces; one who puts on a false show; a bold-faced person.

  3. 3

    A blow in the face, as in boxing; hence, any severe or stunning check or defeat, as in controversy.

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