Word: yellowface
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: ye
llow
face
Definition: A style of theatrical makeup in which a white actor yellows their face in order to portray an East Asian.
Morphemes:
Affix: yellow
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Of the skin, having the colour traditionally attributed to Far East Asians, especially Chinese.
Affix: face
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Makeup; one's complete facial cosmetic application.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: faciēs
Language: la
Decoded: facies
Meaning: form, appearance