Établi (en. Established)

/eta.bli/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A sturdy work furniture, usually equipped with drawers and used to support various tools.
He built a workbench for his woodworking shop.
Il a construit un meuble établi pour son atelier de menuiserie.
An organized workspace, often reserved for specific activities.
In his workbench, he has all the machines necessary for metalworking.
Dans son établi, il a toutes les machines nécessaires pour le travail du métal.

Etymology

From the verb 'to establish', meaning to set up or found.

Common Phrases and Expressions

at the workbench
Work in progress on a specific project.
à l'établi
to work at the workbench
Being busy doing manual work.
travailler à l'établi

Related Words

to establish
To fix something in a stable state.
établir
established
State or condition of being established.
établi

Slang Meanings

To have a good workspace setup
With his new workbench, he has a great setup for DIY projects.
Avec son nouvel établi, il a un super setup pour bricoler.
To be well organized in one's workshop
His workbench is always tidy, nothing is left to chance.
Son établi est toujours en ordre, rien n'est laissé au hasard.