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    Cloison (en. Partition)

    /klwazɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An element that serves to divide a space into several parts.
    Gypsum board partitions are easy to install.
    Les cloisons en plaques de plâtre sont faciles à installer.
    A lightweight wall that divides a room without reaching the ceiling.
    The partition between the living room and the dining room is made of glass.
    La cloison entre le salon et la salle à manger est faite de verre.
    A separation system in the field of construction.
    They built partitions to isolate each office.
    Ils ont construit des cloisons pour isoler chaque bureau.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'clausura', meaning 'closure' or 'fence'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To put up a partition
    To create a separation in a space.
    mettre une cloison
    To break down a partition
    To remove a separation between two spaces.
    casser une cloison
    Movable partition
    A partition that can be moved as needed.
    cloison mobile

    Related Words

    Partition
    An element that divides a space, similar to a partition.
    partition
    Divider
    An object or material used to divide something.
    diviseur
    Wall
    A construction that forms part of indoor or outdoor spaces.
    mur

    Slang Meanings

    Temporary partition used in offices.
    I installed a partition to have a bit of privacy at the office.
    J'ai installé une cloison pour avoir un peu d'intimité au bureau.
    Lightweight partition used to delineate workspaces.
    This type of partition is perfect for coworking spaces.
    Ce type de cloison est parfait pour les espaces de coworking.