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Fizzog etymology

English

English word fizzog comes from English physio- (Nature. Physical.), English physi- (Form of physio-.)

Detailed word origin of fizzog

Dictionary entry Language Definition
physio- English (en) Nature. Physical.
physi- English (en) Form of physio-.
physiognomy English (en) The art of telling fortunes by inspection of the features.. The art or pseudoscience of deducing the predominant temper and other characteristic qualities of the mind from the outward appearance, especially from the features of the face.. The face or countenance, with respect to the temper of the mind; particular configuration, cast, or expression of countenance, as denoting character.. The [...]
fizzog English (en) (slang, British) The face.