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    Aiguille (en. Needle)

    /ɛɡɥij/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Sharp instrument for sewing.
    She uses a needle to embroider.
    Elle utilise une aiguille pour broder.
    Point of an object.
    The compass needle points north.
    L'aiguille de la boussole indique le nord.
    Fine elongated part of certain plants.
    The pine needle is green and sharp.
    L'aiguille du pin est verte et pointue.
    Hand of a chronometer.
    The minute hand moves slowly.
    L'aiguille des minutes tourne lentement.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'acucula', a diminutive of 'acus' meaning 'needle'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    needle in a haystack
    Something very difficult to find.
    aiguille dans une botte de foin
    to have a needle in hand
    To be ready to sew or work.
    avoir une aiguille à la main
    knitting needle
    Tool used for knitting.
    aiguille à tricoter

    Related Words

    embroidery
    Art of decorating a fabric with thread.
    broderie
    sewing
    Art of sewing fabrics.
    couture
    compass
    Navigation instrument using a magnetic needle.
    boussole

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a sharp or biting person.
    He is really sharp in his critiques.
    Il est vraiment aiguille dans ses critiques.
    No information.
    This needle is a real mystery.
    Cette aiguille, c'est un vrai mystère.