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Definition facepalm in British English

facepalm noun

[countable] noun
/ˈfeɪsˌpɑːm/
1

the action of covering your face with your hand to show that you are embarrassed, annoyed, or shocked about something

Example

The team leader does a face palm after the team geek makes a particularly dorky statement.

Synonyms and related words
acknowledge bat your eyes/eyelashes beckon
2

used in emails, social networking sites, etc. to show that you are embarrassed, annoyed, or shocked about something

Example

Sorry, if you trip while walking and NOT paying attention to surroundings you should not claim it is the fault of someone else. *facepalm*

Synonyms and related words
address ASCII art attach BFF downvote facepalm
Definition facepalm in British English