Connexion
an affectionate and informal term used to refer to a young boy
p'tit gars
a fixed amount of something that is officially allowed to each person during a particular time, especially during a war or other period of shortage
ration
a clever or cunning maneuver designed to achieve a particular end
stratagème
someone who belongs to the middle class and is often seen as having conventional or materialistic attitudes
bourgeois, bourgeoise
a sharp or pointed remark that is intended to criticize or upset someone
pique, pointe
the wreckage from a ship or its cargo that floats on the surface of the water or is washed ashore by the sea
débris flottant à la surface
a sturdy type of work shoe that covers the ankle and is often made of leather
brodequin
a type of pottery that is made from clay that is fired at relatively low temperatures, resulting in a porous, rustic, and often glazed ceramic material
poterie, faïence
(law) a formal statement made by someone confirming or denying their accusation
appel, demande, requête
a wooden frame or piece of equipment worn over the shoulders and neck to carry or support heavy loads
palanche
the ability to move or act in a secretive or inconspicuous manner, often to avoid being noticed or detected by others
discrétion, rapidité, célérité
(Hindu mythology) a deity's manifestation or incarnation in earthly form, often to fulfill a particular purpose or mission
incarnation
a lyric poem, written in varied or irregular metrical form, for a particular object, person, or concept
ode
something that feels like it could cause harm or trouble, making people worried or uneasy
menace
