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    Abords (en. Surroundings)

    /a.bɔʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Area that surrounds a place.
    The outskirts of the city are peaceful.
    Les abords de la ville sont paisibles.
    Set of parts that precede or surround something.
    He explored the outskirts of the river.
    Il a exploré les abords de la rivière.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Old French 'aborde', meaning 'approach' or 'around'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    at the outskirts of
    near
    aux abords de
    the outskirts of the stage
    the area around the event
    les abords de la scène
    dangerous outskirts
    risk zones
    abords dangereux

    Related Words

    boarding
    Action of approaching from the side.
    abordage
    environment
    The environment in which something is located.
    environnement
    encroachment
    Action of seizing the outskirts of a place.
    envahissement

    Slang Meanings

    To take shelter.
    He took to the outskirts to avoid the rain.
    Il s'est mis aux abords pour éviter la pluie.
    To be on the heels.
    She is always on the outskirts in her projects.
    Elle est toujours aux abords dans ses projets.