"facesaving" meaning in All languages combined

See facesaving on Wiktionary

Adjective [English]

Forms: more facesaving [comparative], most facesaving [superlative]
Etymology: face + saving Etymology templates: {{compound|en|face|saving}} face + saving Head templates: {{en-adj}} facesaving (comparative more facesaving, superlative most facesaving)
  1. That prevents loss of face and maintains one's dignity or prestige. Synonyms: face-saving
    Sense id: en-facesaving-en-adj-aNSPu~PC Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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