Physiognomy1. (n.) The art of judging character and temperament by the outward appearance, especially by facial features.
2. (n.) The face or countenance, with respect to the temper of the mind; particular configuration, cast, or expression of countenance, as denoting character.
3. (n.) The art telling fortunes by inspection of the features.
4. (n.) The general appearance or aspect of a thing, without reference to its scientific characteristics; as, the physiognomy of a plant, or of a meteor.
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