wry-mouth
nounUK /ˈraɪ maʊθ/
US /ˈraɪ maʊθ/
A wry-mouth is a mouth twisted to one side, often showing a funny or doubtful feeling.
She gave a wry-mouth when she heard the silly joke.
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2. A facial expression showing mild amusement mixed with doubt.
He answered with a wry-mouth, not sure whether to laugh.
3. A person who often makes dry, mocking faces.
Our teacher is a bit of a wry-mouth during grammar lessons.
4. A twisted shape of the lips caused by tasting something sour.
The lemon gave her a quick wry-mouth.