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    Buffles (en. Buffaloes)

    /byf.l/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Large herbivorous mammal of the bovine family, living in wet areas.
    The buffalos graze peacefully in the rivers of Africa.
    Les buffles paissent tranquillement dans les rivières d'Afrique.
    Domestic animal used for carrying loads and as a source of meat.
    He uses his buffalo to plow the field.
    Il utilise son buffle pour labourer le champ.
    A water buffalo, which is a particular species of buffalo.
    The water buffalo is very resilient in swampy areas.
    Le buffle d'eau est très résistant dans les zones marécageuses.

    Etymology

    The word 'buffalos' comes from the Latin 'bufalus', which refers to a bovine-type animal.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to work hard
    To act in a restless or disorderly manner.
    faire des buffles
    to work like a buffalo
    To work very hard.
    travailler comme un buffle

    Related Words

    cattle
    A collection of domesticated animals raised for meat, milk, or work.
    bétail
    herbivore
    An animal that primarily feeds on plants.
    herbivore

    Slang Meanings

    To give everything in a job or activity.
    He worked like a buffalo on this project.
    Il a bossé comme un buffle sur ce projet.
    To be very strong or resilient.
    That guy is a real buffalo, he lifts everything.
    Ce gars-là est un vrai buffle, il soulève tout.