noun

• The art or pseudoscience of deducing the predominant temper and other characteristic qualities of the mind from the outward appearance, especially from the features of the face.
• The face or countenance, with respect to the temper of the mind; particular configuration, cast, or expression of countenance, as denoting character.
• The art of telling fortunes by inspection of the features.
• The general appearance or aspect of a thing, without reference to its scientific characteristics.