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    Côté (en. Side)

    /kotɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The part on a lateral plane of something.
    She noticed a detail on the side of the table.
    Elle a remarqué un détail sur le côté de la table.
    A viewpoint or position in a discussion.
    He defended his side during the debate.
    Il a défendu son côté pendant le débat.
    In geography, one of the two sides of a road or river.
    There is a beautiful view on the side of the mountain.
    Il y a une belle vue sur le côté de la montagne.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'cote', originating from Latin 'cota'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a dark side
    To be capable of hiding part of one's personality.
    avoir un côté sombre
    on one side
    In a partial way, but not totally.
    d'un côté
    to be on one side
    To belong to a group or opinion.
    être d'un côté

    Related Words

    coster
    One who has a specific side or quality.
    côteur
    coast
    Lateral surfaces of an object.
    côte
    coastal
    Located at the edge of the sea.
    côtier

    Slang Meanings

    To set aside
    He decided to set aside his friends for the evening.
    Il a décidé de se mettre en côté de ses amis pour la soirée.
    Dark side
    This artist is known for his dark and mysterious side.
    Cet artiste est connu pour son côté obscur et mystérieux.