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    Bastide (en. Country house)

    [bas.tid]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A bastide refers to a house or a small castle, often surrounded by walls, built for defensive purposes.
    The bastide was a refuge for peasants during invasions.
    La bastide était un refuge pour les paysans pendant les invasions.
    It can also refer to a town or village built according to a regular plan, often established in connection with colonization.
    The bastide of Monflanquin is known for its medieval architecture.
    La bastide de Monflanquin est connue pour son architecture médiévale.

    Etymology

    From the Provençal 'bastida', derived from the verb 'bastir' which means to build.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    war bastide
    Fortification used during a conflict
    bastide de guerre
    medieval bastide
    Bastide dating from the Middle Ages
    bastide médiévale
    to live like a bastide
    To live comfortably and securely
    vivre comme un bastide

    Related Words

    bastion
    Defensive building or structure.
    bastion
    walls
    Walls surrounding a town or a castle.
    murailles
    fortress
    Fortified building.
    forteresse

    Slang Meanings

    A house or a friendly meeting place.
    We’re meeting at the bastide tonight for an aperitif.
    On se retrouve à la bastide ce soir pour un apéro.
    In some regions, it can refer to a country house.
    They have a bastide in the South, it's very pleasant.
    Ils ont une bastide dans le Sud, c'est très agréable.