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demeanour

deh-MEEN-er

dɪˈmiːnər

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demeanour

Dictionary meaning

Outward behaviour and manner; the way a person conducts themselves.

Examples

  • His calm demeanour under pressure reassured the whole team.

British: demeanour; American: demeanor.

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