a type of knife or dagger characterized by its thin, sharp, and pointed blade
stylet, poignard
a swirling mass of fluid with a rotating motion, often forming a funnel shape
vortex
a Scottish or Irish word for a lake or inlet, especially one that is narrow or elongated
lac
a type of manner that is composed and confident, often when one is facing a difficult situation
aplomb, assurance
an elderly person, often characterized by physical or mental weakness, frailty, or senility
personne sénile
the most important part of something on which its existence, success, or truth depends
pierre angulaire
the quality of being generous, especially in giving gifts, money, or assistance to others
largesse
a slow and constant increase in the loudness of a musical piece
crescendo
a fragrant resin obtained from trees, traditionally used in incense and perfumes for its aromatic scent
encens
the exchange of something valuable for something else of equal value
contrepartie, compromis
a feeling of spinning or dizziness, commonly triggered by heights or inner ear issues
vertige
a group of individuals assembled by law enforcement authorities to aid in law enforcement tasks
faction, détachement
a tall plant growing in Central America that produces yellow seeds, which are used in cooking
maïs
a brazen or audacious attitude characterized by a lack of shame or modesty
culot, toupet