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    Étalé (en. Spread out)

    /e.ta.le/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to an object or a display delivered or presented flat.
    The clothes are spread out on the table.
    Les vêtements sont étalés sur la table.
    That is inserted in a way that is readable or clear.
    The instructions were spread out so that everyone could understand them.
    Les instructions étaient étalées pour que tout le monde puisse les comprendre.
    Characterized by a certain openness or spreading.
    The landscape was spread out before us.
    Le paysage était étalé devant nous.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'étaler', meaning to flatten or make something visible.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    spread out like a book
    To be presented clearly and openly.
    étalé comme un livre
    display of products
    Presentation of goods in an attractive manner.
    étalage de produits
    spread out on the table
    Arranged in an organized way on a surface.
    étalé sur la table

    Related Words

    to spread out
    To make something flat or accessible.
    étaler
    exhibition
    The action of showing or presenting something.
    exposition
    floor
    A flat surface, often made of wood, on which one can spread.
    plancher

    Slang Meanings

    To feel relaxed or under no pressure.
    After the meeting, I stayed sprawled out on the couch.
    Après la réunion, je suis resté étalé sur le canapé.
    To be very visible or exposed.
    Everyone knows his secret now, he is spread out.
    Tout le monde sait maintenant son secret, il est étalé.