D'eugène (en. From eugene)

/deyʒɛn/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A name often associated with people, derived from the name Eugene.
Alain's friend is named d'eugène.
L'ami d'Alain s'appelle d'eugène.
Can refer to a stereotype related to a certain type of personality.
He has the character of a d'eugène, always serious.
Il a le caractère d'un d'eugène, toujours sérieux.

Etymology

Derived from the name Eugene, of Greek origin meaning 'well-born'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

A true d'eugène
Refers to someone who is very serious or not cheerful.
Un vrai d'eugène
To be like a d'eugène
Means adopting a reserved or boring behavior.
Etre comme d'eugène

Related Words

Eugene
A masculine name of Greek origin.
Eugène
Eugenics
A practice aimed at improving the genetic traits of the population.
Eugénisme

Slang Meanings

A term used to refer to someone who is very boring.
Stop acting like a d'eugène, have some fun!
Arrête d'agir comme un d'eugène, amuse-toi un peu!
A humorous reference to a stereotype of a down-to-earth person.
He really has a d'eugène style with his office clothes.
Il a vraiment un style d'eugène avec ses vêtements de bureau.