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face-down
This term describes a specific physical orientation where the anterior surface of an object or person is in direct contact with, or facing toward, a supporting surface. It carries a strong visual sense of concealment or submission, often used in contexts involving sleep, unconsciousness, or the intentional hiding of information on a page.
Because it functions as a compound modifier, it remains invariant regardless of whether it modifies a noun as an adjective or a verb as an adverb. It is the direct antonym of face-up, and its usage is strictly literal, referring to physical positioning rather than figurative states.
Meanings
Examples
The victim was found lying face-down in the mud.
I usually sleep face-down because it helps me relax.
Just leave the phone face-down so you do not see the notifications.
He collapsed face-down on the office carpet after the long shift.
The diver hit the water face-down with a loud splash.
The knight fell face-down before the king in a gesture of submission.