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    Corvette (en. Corvette)

    /kɔʁ.vɛt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A type of light warship.
    The corvette carried out patrols at sea.
    La corvette a effectué des patrouilles en mer.
    A combat vessel, smaller than a frigate.
    Corvettes are often used to escort convoys.
    Les corvettes sont souvent utilisées pour escorter des convois.
    A military ship with moderate armament.
    The navy possesses several modern corvettes.
    La marine possède plusieurs corvettes modernes.

    Etymology

    From the Italian word 'corvetta', a diminutive of 'corva', which means 'crow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To strut or show off
    To act in a pretentious manner or to strut.
    faire la corvette
    Corvette at sea
    A situation in which a naval vessel is ready to sail.
    corvette à la mer

    Related Words

    Frigate
    A warship larger than a corvette.
    frégate
    Minesweeper
    A ship used for mine clearance.
    dragueur

    Slang Meanings

    To strut with confidence.
    He arrived at the party strutting.
    Il est arrivé à la soirée en faisant le corvette.