sourpuss

/ˌsaʊərˈpʊs/
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Other forms: sourpusses

Definitions of sourpuss
  1. noun
    someone with a habitually sullen or gloomy expression
    synonyms: gloomy Gus, picklepuss, pouter
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    type of:
    persona non grata, unwelcome person
    a person who for some reason is not wanted or welcome
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