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    Clagny (en. Clagny)

    /klaɡni/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a substance having a thick and viscous consistency.
    The ground was clagny after the rain.
    Le sol était clagny après la pluie.
    Characterizes a heavy or burdensome behavior.
    His clagny attitude made the discussion difficult.
    Son attitude clagny a rendu la discussion difficile.

    Etymology

    Of uncertain origin, possibly related to the word 'clag' which evokes a sticky consistency.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in a clagny
    To be in a difficult or embarrassing situation.
    être dans un clagny
    a clagny of mud
    A large amount of sticky mud or dirt.
    un clagny de boue

    Related Words

    claguer
    Verb denoting the action of sticking or making something sticky.
    claguer
    clag
    Sticky or muddy substance.
    clag

    Slang Meanings

    Unpleasant state, often related to a place or situation.
    It’s really clagny here, I prefer to go home.
    C'est vraiment clagny ici, je préfère rentrer.
    Used to describe a person who is too serious or boring.
    Don't be so clagny, relax!
    Ne sois pas si clagny, détends-toi!