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    Dessein (en. Design)

    [dɛ.sɛ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A project, intention, or plan.
    He has a design for a trip around the world.
    Il a un dessein de voyage autour du monde.
    A drawing or a sketch.
    The architect's design was greatly appreciated.
    Le dessein de l'architecte a été très apprécié.
    A resolution made to achieve something.
    His design was to write a book.
    Son dessein était d'écrire un livre.

    Etymology

    Comes from Latin 'designare', meaning 'to designate' or 'to indicate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a design in mind
    To have a hidden intention or a secret plan.
    avoir un dessein derrière la tête
    manifest design
    A clear objective or intention.
    dessein manifeste
    design of peace
    An intention to promote peace.
    dessein de paix

    Related Words

    designate
    To indicate or name something.
    désigner
    design
    The art of conceiving and creating objects or spaces.
    design
    perspective
    A way of seeing or considering something.
    perspective

    Slang Meanings

    To have an idea in mind.
    He has a design; we don't really know what he's planning.
    Il a un dessein, on ne sait pas trop ce qu'il prépare.
    To have secret plans.
    Everyone wonders what his design is.
    Tout le monde se demande quel est son dessein.