Borromée (en. Borromeo)
/bɔʁɔme/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Related by interdependent relationships.
The concepts of his work are deeply borromean.
Les concepts de ses travaux sont profondément borroméens.
Describing structures that cannot be separated without destroying their unity.
The ties between family members are often considered to be borromean.
Les liens entre les membres de la famille sont souvent considérés comme borroméens.
Relating to design and the theory of complex systems.
His artistic theory is imbued with borromean ideas.
Sa théorie artistique est imprégnée d'idées borroméennes.
Etymology
From the name of the Borromeo family, evoking the famous interlocking rings.
Common Phrases and Expressions
borromean ties
Relationships that show mutual interdependence.
liens borroméens
borromean situation
Context where multiple elements are linked in a complex manner.
situation borroméenne
Related Words
interdependence
Relationship where elements are dependent on each other.
interdépendance
complex systems
A set of elements interacting dynamically.
systèmes complexes
Slang Meanings
In the sense of being strongly linked to someone.
He is really borromean with his group of friends.
Il est vraiment borroméen avec son groupe d'amis.
Referring to a disorderly but interdependent situation.
This project is a real borromean mess!
C'est un vrai bazar borroméen ce projet!