euryprosopic

adjective

eu·​ry·​prosopic

¦yu̇rə̇,

-rē+

: having a short or broad face or both with a facial index of 80 to 85

euryprosopy

ˌ⸗⸗+ˈpräsəpē

-prəˈsōpē

noun

plural -es

Word History

Etymology

German euryprosop euryprosopic (from eury- + Greek prosōpon face) + English -ic

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now