Definitions:

1. Refers to the position or orientation of a person or object with the front, or face, toward the ground or surface. ADVERB
   • He tripped and fell facedown onto the pavement.
2. Used metaphorically, referring to a situation where somenone confronts or challenges another person. ADVERB
   • The two opponents finally had a facedown during the debate.

Synonyms:

• downward
• face-off