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sourpuss

/sɔːrpəs/ noun · British & US
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What does sourpuss mean?

noun

A person who looks or behaves in a sour or disapproving way; a person with a gloomy or sulky expression.

Example

"The sourpuss in the back of the room refused to smile during the birthday celebration."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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