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    Carcasse (en. Carcass)

    /kaʁkas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Remaining part of an animal after the flesh has been removed.
    The carcass of the horse was found in the woods.
    La carcasse du cheval a été retrouvée dans le bois.
    Structure or framework of an object, often in a degraded state.
    The carcass of the car was completely rusted.
    La carcasse de la voiture était entièrement rouillée.
    What remains of something after its destruction or consumption.
    Only the carcass of the old building remains.
    Il ne reste que la carcasse de l'ancien bâtiment.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin term 'carnāsca', derived from 'caro' which means flesh.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To have an old carcass
    To be in poor health or in bad shape.
    Avoir une carcasse de vieux
    Sulfur carcass
    Term used to describe something very worn or damaged.
    Carcasse de soufre

    Related Words

    waste
    Residue or fragment that remains after a process.
    déchet
    remains
    The remains of a consumption, often associated with food parts.
    restes

    Slang Meanings

    Tired or exhausted person.
    After the race, I’m a real carcass.
    Après la course, je suis une vraie carcasse.
    Old worn-out vehicle.
    He bought a carcass to turn it into a DIY project.
    Il a acheté une carcasse pour en faire un projet de bricolage.