As the second element in parasynthetic compounds: having the specified countenance or demeanour. Obsolete.

Of the eyes or face: animated by strong emotion, esp. anger.

= hang-dog, n. adj.

Of, befitting, or characteristic of a hang-dog; low, degraded; having a base or sneaking appearance.

Of a person: having coarse or hard facial features, or a stern or emotionless expression.

Of the eyes: flashing, bright, animated.

Chiefly of a person's expression: questioning, enquiring; indicating mild or amused puzzlement.

Pouting; sulky.

Disapproving, sullen, reproachful, used esp. of facial expression. Also as adv.: in a disapproving, reproachful or quizzical manner. Frequently in…

Of a person: having qualities resembling those of a rock; esp. resolute, steadfast; unflinching, unwavering. Also (of a person's expression): very…