fawn
word
Definition
A 'fawn' is a young deer. As a verb, it means to praise or flatter someone too much, often to gain favor.
Usage & Nuances
As a noun, 'fawn' is specific to young deer. As a verb, often appears in 'fawn over (someone)' meaning to flatter excessively. The verb is formal/literary, rarely used in daily speech. Do not confuse with 'faun' (mythical creature).
Spanish: cervatillo - adularPortuguese (BR): cervo filhote - bajularPortuguese (PT): cervo bebé - bajularChinese (Simplified): 小鹿 - 奉承Chinese (Traditional): 小鹿 - 阿諛奉承Hindi: हरिण शावक - चापलूस करनाArabic: غزال صغير - يتملّق
Example Sentences
A fawn was standing next to its mother.
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The fawn hid quietly in the grass.
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They saw a group of fawns in the forest.
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She's always fawning over her boss to get a promotion.
natural
Don't fawn over celebrities—they're just people.
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The puppy acted like a fawn, shy and sweet.
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