open-faced
Americanadjective
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having a frank or ingenuous face.
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Also open-face designating an open sandwich.
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(of a watch) having the dial covered only by the crystal.
adjective
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having an ingenuous expression
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(of a watch) having no lid or cover other than the glass
Etymology
Origin of open-faced
First recorded in 1600–10
Example Sentences
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The eager, open-faced Conor is a 36-year-old whose only companion is a once-stray dog named Sandy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 8, 2026
Their open-faced toasts are great — their John Dory Tuna Toasts are always delicious.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2025
He finds his footing, makes friends with locals and starts slinging open-faced grilled cheeses and matcha teas out of a makeshift cafe.
From New York Times ● Nov. 21, 2024
The single white open-faced blooms with a pink reverse on Lyda Rose™ look like enormous apple blossoms.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 17, 2024
“That’s Delphine, my oldest,” Pa said, although looking at us, there was no need to offer that open-faced fact.
From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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