Chassant (en. Hunting)

/ʃɑ.sɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Referring to an act of hunting or a person who hunts.
The hunting envelops the forest in mystery.
Le chassant enveloppe la forêt de mystère.
Related to hunting.
A poaching hunter was spotted in the area.
Un chassant braconnier a été aperçu dans la région.
Concerning a desire or a search.
A hunting look can say a lot about his intentions.
Un regard chassant peut en dire long sur ses intentions.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'chasser', from Latin 'captare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

super hunting
Something very exciting or captivating.
super chassant
having a hunting goal
Having a specific intention or a clear objective.
avoir un but chassant
hunting pursuit
An active quest or search.
poursuite chassante

Related Words

hunt
Action of searching for or capturing animals.
chasser
hunter
A person who hunts.
chasseur
tracking
Action of following the traces of an animal.
traque

Slang Meanings

In hunting mode.
He is in hunting mode for this weekend.
Il est en mode chassant pour ce week-end.
In search of a prey.
She is hunting for a partner.
Elle est chassant pour un partenaire.