Duché (en. Duchy)

/dyʃe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something related to a duchy.
The title of duke is often associated with duchies.
Le titre de duc est souvent associé aux duchés.
Which has undergone superior or luxurious treatment.
The meal was truly duché, with refined dishes.
Le repas était vraiment duché, avec des plats raffinés.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'ducatus', which means the domain of a duke.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a ruined duchy
A region that has lost its luster.
un duché en ruines
to behave like a duke
To act with dignity or arrogance.
se comporter comme un duc

Related Words

duke
Title of nobility superior to that of baron.
duc
duchess
Woman holding the title of duché.
duchesse
duché
This form describes something pertaining to a duchy.
duché

Slang Meanings

A man who shows off, very self-assured.
This guy is really duché, he thinks he's better than everyone else.
Ce mec est vraiment duché, il se croit supérieur à tout le monde.
A luxurious event or party.
Last night's party was duché, everyone was in formal attire.
La soirée d'hier était duché, tout le monde était en tenue de gala.