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    Chèvre (en. Goat)

    /ʃɛvʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A small domestic animal, often raised for its milk, meat, or wool.
    The goat gives milk that is used to make cheese.
    La chèvre donne du lait qui est utilisé pour fabriquer du fromage.
    Cheese made from goat's milk.
    I love goat cheese seasoned with herbs.
    J'adore le fromage de chèvre assaisonné d'herbes.
    A woman who behaves capriciously.
    She is really a goat, she changes her mind all the time.
    Elle est vraiment une chèvre, elle change d'avis tout le temps.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'capra'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a good goat
    To be content or happy.
    avoir une bonne chèvre
    to take a goat
    To accept a difficult situation with humor.
    prendre une chèvre

    Related Words

    billy goat
    Male of the goat.
    bouc
    goat cheese
    Cheese made from goat's milk.
    fromage de chèvre
    goat farming
    Farming of goats.
    élevage caprin

    Slang Meanings

    A girl or woman who is a bit eccentric or capricious.
    Look at her, she's really acting like a goat today.
    Regarde-la, elle fait vraiment la chèvre aujourd'hui.
    To have bizarre or strange behavior.
    He's always acting the goat.
    Il est toujours en train de faire le chèvre.