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    Calèche (en. Carriage)

    /ka.lɛʃ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A horse-drawn vehicle, usually with two wheels, used for transportation.
    The king's carriage paraded through the streets of the city.
    La calèche du roi défilait dans les rues de la ville.
    A four-wheeled vehicle, often used for leisurely rides.
    We took a carriage to explore the city.
    Nous avons pris une calèche pour découvrir la ville.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'caleç', originating from Italian 'calezza'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a ride in a carriage
    To stroll aboard a carriage.
    faire une promenade en calèche
    to get into a carriage
    To settle in a carriage for a journey.
    monter dans une calèche

    Related Words

    horse
    A domesticated animal used to pull the carriage.
    cheval
    driver
    A person who drives the carriage.
    conducteur
    harness
    A harness system used to attach the horse to the carriage.
    attelage

    Slang Meanings

    Romantic outing.
    They decided to take a carriage for their romantic date.
    Ils ont décidé de faire une calèche pour leur rendez-vous amoureux.
    Fun escapade.
    A carriage ride is always a good time with friends.
    Une sortie en calèche, c'est toujours un bon moment entre amis.