Bornes (en. Terminals)

/bɔʁn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Physical or symbolic limits defined in a space.

The property markers were clearly visible in the garden.

Les bornes de propriété étaient bien visibles dans le jardin.

Reference points used in a course or race.

The runners reached the first marker of the race.

Les coureurs ont atteint la première borne de la course.

Technological signaling or connection devices.

Electric charging stations are becoming increasingly widespread.

Les bornes de recharge électrique sont de plus en plus répandues.

Derived from the Latin 'bona' meaning 'good' or 'well-founded,' in reference to the distinction of limits.

to set boundaries

To establish clear limits in a situation

mettre des bornes

to cross the boundaries

To exceed acceptable or proper limits

franchir les bornes

milestone markers

Signs indicating distances on a road

bornes kilométriques

call point

Device allowing connection to a service or access to information

borne d'appel

boundary marking

Action of delineating a property or territory.

bornage

marker

One of the devices marking a limit or stopping point.

borne

terminal

Device for electrical or electronic connection.

bornier

Used to refer to a person who never steps out of their comfort zone.

He is really narrow-minded; he doesn't even want to try new things.

Il est vraiment borné, il ne veut même pas essayer de nouvelles choses.

Refers to rigid behavior or a narrow-minded perspective.

The narrow-minded attitude of some is annoying.

L'attitude bornée de certains est agaçante.