English

A woman with a neutral expression

Noun

poker face ‎(plural poker faces)

1. (poker) An impassive facial expression cultivated to prevent other players from determining whether one's actions in the game are the result of a quality hand, or of bluffing.

   Though he thought he had a perfect poker face, he had a number of tells his opponents soon learned.

2. Any similar expression used to prevent giving away one's motives, feelings, or situation.

Synonyms

• straight face

Derived terms

• poker-faced

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