noun any expression of displeasure; as, the frowns of providence; the frowns of fortune.
2. frown ·noun a wrinkling of the face in displeasure, rebuke, ·etc.; a sour, severe, or stere look; a scowl.
3. frown ·vt to repress or repel by expressing displeasure or disapproval; to rebuke with a look; as, frown the impudent fellow into silence.
4. frown ·vi to contract the brow in displeasure, severity, or sternness; to scowl; to put on a stern, grim, or surly look.
5. frown ·vi to manifest displeasure or disapprobation; to look with disfavor or threateningly; to lower; as, polite society frowns upon rudeness.