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Rictus

Definition

A rictus is a wide, fixed grin or grimace, typically associated with death, horror, or daemonic entities.

Senses

Noun

Sense 1: The expression of a wide, unnatural grin.

Example Sentence: The horror movie villain's face contorted into a menacing rictus as he chased his victims.

Usages

Popular

In popular culture, a rictus is often used to depict eerie or creepy characters, such as clowns, zombies, or mythical creatures.

Local

In some cultures, a rictus is associated with death rituals and is used to express grief or mourning in certain ceremonies. Local traditions may differ in the interpretation and meaning behind the rictus.

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