face-saver

名词 face-saver:

1. an act that avoids a loss of face (of dignity or prestige)
   同义词：face saver, face saving

face-sav.er

n.（名词）
Something that prevents loss of dignity or self-esteem:
保存面子或自尊的事：
例句：
The compromise was a face-saver for all concerned.
折衷是对所有有关方面保全面子的策略

【引伸】
face.-sav.ing
n.（名词）