fawn¹ /fön/

1. A young deer, esp a fallow deer
2. Its colour, light greyish or yellowish brown

Of this colour

(of a deer) to give birth to young

fawn² /fön/

1. To try to please, or flatter, in a servile way (with on or upon)
2. (of an animal, esp a dog) to lick, rub against, jump on, etc, in a show of affection

1. A servile action or gesture
2. Cringing flattery

fawnˈer noun

A person who flatters to gain favour

fawnˈing noun and adjective

fawnˈingly adverb

fawnˈingness noun

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