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face_value

face value

See also: face-value

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face value (plural face values)

  1. The amount or value listed on a bill, note, stamp, etc.; the stated value or amount.
  2. (idiomatic) No more or less than what is stated; a literal or direct meaning or interpretation.
    Please take this comment at face value and don't try to read anything into it.

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