whiteface

A noun referring to either a hardy English breed of dairy cattle raised extensively in the United States, or a clown whose face is covered with white make-up.

• 🇵🇹Substantivo que designa, nos Estados Unidos, uma raça inglesa de gado leiteiro resistente, amplamente criada no país, ou um palhaço cujo rosto é coberto por maquiagem branca.

1. Breed of cattle C1 formal american

   A hardy English breed of dairy cattle that is raised extensively in the United States.

   • The farmer raised a herd of whiteface cattle on his ranch.
   • Whiteface cows are known for their resilience in harsh climates.
   • This breed of whiteface produces high-quality milk.

   🇵🇹Raça de gado branco

2. Clown makeup style B2 informal

   A type of clown whose face is entirely covered with white make-up, often with exaggerated features.

   • The whiteface clown performed a classic silent routine.
   • She painted her face completely white to become a whiteface clown.
   • Whiteface clowns are a staple in traditional circus acts.

   🇵🇹Palhaço Branco

• whitefaces plural form
• whitefaces' possessive plural form
• whiteface's possessive singular form