Brazenface

/ˈbreɪzən.feɪs/ noun

Definition

A person who is shameless and bold to the point of rudeness; someone with unabashed audacity.

Etymology

Compound of 'brazen' (shameless, bold) + 'face' (person). Medieval compound describing someone with no shame written on their face.

Kelly Says

Calling someone a 'brazenface' was a medieval insult suggesting their face showed no sign of shame or embarrassment — they were too bold!

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