Dépose (en. Deposit)

/de.poz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To place something in a specific location.
She places the book on the table.
Elle dépose le livre sur la table.
To submit a request or document to an authority.
He files a complaint with the court.
Il dépose une plainte auprès du tribunal.
To relinquish a right or title.
He decided to divest himself of his property.
Il a décidé de se déposséder de ses biens.

Etymology

From Latin 'deponere', which means 'to put aside'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

submit a file
To hand over a set of documents to an authority.
déposer un dossier
lay down arms
To cease fighting.
déposer les armes
file a complaint
To make an official complaint to the authorities.
déposer une plainte

Related Words

deposit
The act of depositing something.
dépôt
depositary
Person or entity that holds something in deposit.
dépositaire
dispossession
The act of depriving someone of their belongings.
dépossession

Slang Meanings

To get rid of something.
He dumped his old TV in the street.
Il a déposé son vieux téléviseur dans la rue.