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    Bronze (en. Bronze)

    [bʁɔ̃z]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A metallic alloy primarily composed of copper and tin, used in sculpture and the manufacture of decorative objects.
    The statue is made of bronze.
    La statue est faite de bronze.
    medal for third place in a sporting competition.
    He won a bronze medal at the Olympic Games.
    Il a gagné une médaille de bronze aux Jeux Olympiques.

    Etymology

    The word 'bronze' comes from the Italian term 'bronzo', which has Latin and Greek roots.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bronze medal
    Third place in a competition.
    médaille de bronze
    bronze man
    A man or individual considered strong or robust.
    bronze homme

    Related Words

    copper
    Reddish metal used as a base for bronze.
    cuivre
    tin
    Metal used in alloy with copper to form bronze.
    étain
    gilded
    Metal coated in gold, often compared to bronze.
    doré

    Slang Meanings

    To tan
    He loves to tan at the beach in summer.
    Il aime bronzer à la plage en été.
    To have a bronzed complexion
    After the holidays, she has a nice bronzed complexion.
    Après les vacances, elle a un joli teint bronze.