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    Crues (en. Raw)

    /kʁy/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Element of a rise in water from a stream or river.
    The floods of the Seine caused significant damage.
    Les crues de la Seine ont causé de nombreux dommages.
    Significant and rapid rise in water levels.
    The flood of the river submerged several villages.
    La crue du fleuve a submergé plusieurs villages.
    Fluctuation of water levels in waterways.
    Seasonal floods are common in this region.
    Les crues saisonnières sont fréquentes dans cette région.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cruda', meaning 'raw' or 'crude'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    during a flood
    during a time when the water level is high
    en période de crue
    centennial flood
    flood with a probability of occurring once a century
    crue centennale
    prevent floods
    measures taken to reduce the risks of rising waters
    prévenir les crues

    Related Words

    flooding
    State of land submerged by water.
    inondation
    overflow
    Action of overflowing, when water spills over its banks.
    débordement
    torrential rains
    Very heavy rains causing floods.
    pluies torrentielles

    Slang Meanings

    A strong increase in the level of a liquid, often used in the context of a drink.
    When they started dancing, the glasses were almost flooded!
    Quand ils ont commencé à danser, les verres étaient presque en crue !
    A situation flooded with events or activity.
    That evening was a flood of invitations!
    Cette soirée était une crue d'invitations !