Meaning of the word "loss of face" in English

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loss of face

US /lɔs əv feɪs/
UK /lɔs əv feɪs/
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Idiom

1.

public humiliation or disgrace

Example:
The scandal caused him a great loss of face in the community.
To admit defeat would be a terrible loss of face for the leader.
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