Ariste (en. Arist)

/aʁist/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Protruding and pointed part of a spine or feather.
The edge of the feather is very elegant.
L'ariste de la plume est très élégante.
Spine on a fish's body.
The edge of the fish was long enough to injure it.
L'ariste du poisson était suffisamment longue pour le blesser.

Etymology

Of Greek origin 'aristos', meaning 'the best'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an edge
to have a part that sticks out or is sharp.
avoir une ariste
the edge of time
the period when the first signs of change are seen.
l'ariste du temps
to get hurt by an edge
to get injured by something sharp.
se prendre une ariste

Related Words

aristocrat
Pertaining to the aristocracy, noble social class.
aristocrate
aristocratic
Character or attitude of aristocrats.
aristocratique

Slang Meanings

Term used to refer to a person who has a pretentious attitude.
This guy is really an edge, he takes himself too seriously.
Ce type est vraiment un ariste, il se prend trop au sérieux.
Used to refer to an expert in a particular field.
He is an expert in cooking, he can do anything.
Il est un ariste en matière de cuisine, il peut tout faire.