First Known Use: 1830
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faze
verb \ˈfāz\
: to cause (someone) to feel afraid or uncertain
fazedfaz·ing
Full Definition of FAZE
transitive verb
: to disturb the composure of : disconcert, daunt <nothing fazed her>
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Origin of FAZE
alteration of feeze to drive away, frighten, from Middle English fesen, from Old English fēsian to drive away
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FAZING Defined for Kids
faze
verb \ˈfāz\
fazedfaz·ing
Definition of FAZE for Kids
: to cause to hesitate or feel fear <Nothing fazes her.>
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