Collet (en. Collar)

/kɔ.lɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A metal ring used to hold a part in place.

The collar of the screw ensures a secure fastening.

Le collet de la vis assure une fixation solide.

The upper part of a garment that surrounds the neck.

She chose a blouse with a lace collar.

Elle a choisi un chemisier avec un collet en dentelle.

A term in botany designating the part where the stem meets the root.

The collar of the plant must be well buried to ensure its growth.

Le collet de la plante doit être bien enterré pour assurer sa croissance.

From Latin 'collum' which means neck.

to have one's collar turned up

To be in a defensive or challenging position.

avoir le collet relevé

to set the collar

To equip oneself or prepare for a task.

mettre le collet

to pull the collar

To catch or trap someone.

tirer le collet

collar

Fashion accessory worn around the neck.

collier

hat

Garment worn on the head.

chapeau

sleeve

Accessory that warms the arms.

manchon

Expression denoting a clear refusal.

He told me 'no' with a collar.

Il m'a dit 'non' avec un collet.

Used to describe a person who protects their personal space.

She put up her collar when he approached.

Elle a mis son collet quand il s'est approché.