Clovis (en. Clovis)

/klɔ.vis/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

King of the Franks who reigned in the 6th century.

Clovis unified the Frankish tribes under his reign.

Clovis a unifié les tribus franques sous son règne.

Figuratively, a symbol of the foundation of a state or dynasty.

The story of Clovis is often cited in the history of France.

Le récit de Clovis est souvent cité dans l'histoire de la France.

From the Latin 'Clodovechus', derived from the Germanic elements 'hlod' (glory) and 'wig' (war).

Clovis and his time

Refers to the period of history related to Clovis and the formation of the Frankish kingdom.

Clovis et son époque

Franconian

Related to the Franks, the inhabitants of the kingdom founded by Clovis.

franconien

Merovingian

Relates to the royal dynasty to which Clovis belonged.

mérovingien

Familiarly refers to a leader or chief.

He thinks he’s a Clovis, directing everyone.

Il se prend pour un Clovis, à diriger tout le monde.