Sekirov Dictionary

fawn

UK /fɔːn/US /fɒn/

verb5

  1. To show devotion or submissiveness by wagging its tail, nuzzling, licking, etc.
  2. (figurative) To attempt to please someone.
  3. (figurative) To seek favour by flattery and obsequious behaviour.
  4. (figurative) To exhibit affection toward someone.
  5. To give birth to a fawn.

noun5

  1. A young deer.
  2. A pale brown colour tinted with yellow, like that of a fawn.
  3. Base flattery.
  4. (rare) A servile cringe or bow.
  5. (no longer used) The young of an animal; a whelp.

adjective1

  1. Of the fawn colour.
forms

fawned · fawning · fawneth · fawns · fawnest

Phrases with fawn

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