'Facies' definitions:

Definition of 'Facies'

From: GCIDE
  • Facies \Fa"ci*es\, n. [L., from, face. See Face.] [1913 Webster]
  • 1. The anterior part of the head; the face. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Biol.) The general aspect or habit of a species, or group of species, esp. with reference to its adaptation to its environment. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. (Zool.) The face of a bird, or the front of the head, excluding the bill. [1913 Webster]
  • Facies Hippocratica. (Med.) See Hippocratic. [1913 Webster]