Meaning of the word beard in English

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beard

US /bɪrd/

UK /bɪrd/

a growth of hair on the chin and lower cheeks of a man's face

Example:

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He decided to grow a beard for the winter.

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His long, white beard made him look like Santa Claus.

Synonym:

facial hair whiskers stubble

to confront or defy (someone) boldly

Example:

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He decided to beard the lion in its den and confront his boss directly.

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She had to beard the critics who questioned her integrity.

Synonym:

confront defy challenge face oppose

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