pout
UK: paʊt | US: paʊt
vi. to push the lips forward in a sulky or displeased expression
n. a protrusion of the lips, often expressing annoyance or petulance
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The word "pout" originates from Middle English pouten, likely of Scandinavian origin, akin to Old Norse pútr ("a swelling, protuberance"). It originally described a physical swelling or bulge, later evolving to specifically denote the protrusion of lips in a sulky expression. The semantic shift reflects the visual similarity between a swollen object and a pushed-out lip.
The child began to pout when denied a second candy.
Her pout made it clear she was unhappy with the decision.
He gave a dramatic pout before storming out of the room.
Stop pouting—it won’t change the rules.
The puppy’s pout melted everyone’s hearts.