twisted-mouth
nounUK /ˈtwɪstɪd maʊθ/
US /ˈtwɪstɪd maʊθ/
A twisted-mouth is a mouth that is pulled to one side.
The clown made a funny twisted-mouth face to make the children laugh.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A facial expression in which the lips are pressed together and pulled to one side, often showing doubt or displeasure.
She gave a twisted-mouth when she tasted the sour lemon.
3. A person who habitually makes a wry or sneering expression.
The old sailor was known as a twisted-mouth who rarely smiled.
4. A deformity or injury that causes the mouth to be drawn to one side.
After the accident, he spoke with a twisted-mouth.
5. A style of pottery or carving featuring a mouth-like opening that appears warped or skewed.
The museum displayed a twisted-mouth jug from the ancient kiln.