[koun-tn-uh
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noun, verb, -nanced, -nanc⋅ing.| 1. | appearance, esp. the look or expression of the face: a sad countenance. |
| 2. | the face; visage. |
| 3. | calm facial expression; composure. |
| 4. | approval or favor; encouragement; moral support. |
| 5. | Obsolete. bearing; behavior. |
| 6. | to permit or tolerate: You should not have countenanced his rudeness. |
| 7. | to approve, support, or encourage. |
| 8. | out of countenance, visibly disconcerted; abashed: He was somewhat out of countenance at the prospect of an apology. |