Bâle (en. Basel)
/bal/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Tool used for marking or transporting loads.
He uses a bale to transport hay.
Il utilise un bâle pour transporter le foin.
Animal that has a wild nature and easily flees.
The bale is known for its survival instinct.
Le bâle est connu pour son instinct de survie.
Etymology
Comes from old French, probably of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be very agitated or irritated.
To be very agitated or irritated.
avoir le bâle
to leave someone hanging
To leave someone without an answer.
laisser quelqu'un bâle
Related Words
baling
Action of swaying or resting.
bâler
bar
Structure or construction, often used to define enclosures.
bât
Slang Meanings
To express fatigue or discouragement.
After a long day, I am completely exhausted.
Après une longue journée, je suis complètement bâle.
To feel overwhelmed by events.
This situation puts me in a tired state.
Cette situation me met dans un état bâle.