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a short statement or phrase that encapsulates a general truth, principle, or rule of behavior, often offering guidance or wisdom
maxime
a protective sheath for a sword, dagger, or other bladed weapon
fourreau
a piece of fabric used to wrap a deceased person's body for burial or cremation
linceul
a task, duty, or responsibility that someone is required to fulfill, often implying a burden or difficulty associated with it
responsabilité, charge
a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category
spécimen, exemplaire, échantillon
a privilege, advantage, or benefit that is obtained or enjoyed as a result of one's position, status, or relationship
gratification
the act of surrounding the enemy, a town, etc. and cutting off their supplies so that they would surrender
siège
a territory or area of land governed by a monarch or sovereign ruler
domaine
a large crack or fissure, especially in a glacier or ice sheet
crevasse
a musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements
concerto
the front line or leading contingent of an army or military force
unités en première ligne
a small remaining amount or part of a thing after it has been taken, used, etc.
résidu
an official responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific district or community
agent (de police), gendarme, gardien de la paix, policier
an individual who criticizes and attacks beliefs, ideas, customs, etc. that are generally cherished or accepted
iconoclaste
a small opening that allows air, water, or other substances to flow into or out of a confined space or container
valve, entrée
a dishonest individual who behaves outside of societal norms or laws, often engaging in deceitful or unlawful activities
fripouille, canaille
a woman who enjoys flirting or teasing romantic interest, often without intending a serious commitment
coquette, séductrice
