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    Essences (en. Essences)

    /esɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Sap or aromatic extract from a plant.
    Rose essence is often used in perfumery.
    L'essence de rose est souvent utilisée en parfumerie.
    Essential nature or characteristic of a thing.
    The essence of this theory is based on freedom.
    L'essence de cette théorie repose sur la liberté.
    Chemical product often volatile, used as a solvent or fuel.
    He filled the tank with gasoline.
    Il a rempli le réservoir avec de l'essence.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'essentia', meaning 'essence, nature'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    very essence
    Essential nature of something.
    essence même
    gasoline
    Indicates a combustible liquid substance.
    de l'essence
    in its essence
    Concerns the fundamental nature of something.
    dans son essence

    Related Words

    extract
    Concentrated substance derived from a product, often aromatic or medicinal.
    extrait
    perfume
    Mixture of fragrant substances.
    parfum

    Slang Meanings

    Car gasoline
    He fills up with gasoline before going on a trip.
    Il fait le plein d'essence avant de partir en voyage.
    Essence as the foundation of something
    This idea is the very essence of our project.
    Cette idée est l'essence même de notre projet.