physiognomy
nounFacial features.
nounThe art of judging human character from facial features.
nounDivination based on facial features.
nounAspect and character of an inanimate or abstract entity.
nounThe art of discovering the characteristic qualities of the mind or temper by observation of the form and movements of the face or body, or both. Also
The face or countenance considered as an index to the mind or disposition; particular configuration, cast, or expression of countenance.
nounThe art of telling fortunes by inspection of the features.
nounThe general appearance of anything, as the particular configuration of a landscape; the external aspect, without reference to other characteristics.
nounThe art and science of discovering the predominant temper, and other characteristic qualities of the mind, by the outward appearance, especially by the features of the face.