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    Éperons (en. Spurs)

    /e.pe.ʁɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Device attached to a rider's shoe to give impulses to the horse.
    The rider used his spurs to make his horse move forward.
    Le cavalier a utilisé ses éperons pour faire avancer son cheval.
    Protuberance or outgrowth on an animal or object.
    The spurs on roosters' legs are often used in fights.
    Les éperons sur les pattes des coqs sont souvent utilisés lors de combats.
    Element of decoration or design on certain shoes or equipment.
    These shoes are decorated with silver spurs.
    Ces chaussures sont ornées d'éperons en argent.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sporinus', derived from the word 'spora' and referring to a tool for pleasure or incentive.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have spurs on one's feet
    To be in a hurry or impatient
    avoir des éperons aux pieds
    to walk on one's spurs
    To proceed with caution
    marcher sur les éperons
    to be pricked by the spurs
    To be urged to act
    être piqué par les éperons

    Related Words

    rider
    A person who rides a horse.
    cavalier
    horse
    An animal used for riding.
    cheval
    spora
    An ancient tool used to urge animals.
    spora

    Slang Meanings

    To be very motivated or determined.
    Ever since he started this new project, he has been spurred on.
    Depuis qu'il a commencé ce nouveau projet, il a des éperons.
    To feel driven to act.
    She is spurred on to finish her book before the deadline.
    Elle a des éperons pour finir son livre avant la date limite.