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    Falaise (en. Cliff)

    /fa.lɛz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A cliff is a steep rock face, often bordering a coastline.
    The White Cliffs of Dover are famous for their beauty.
    Les falaises de Dover sont célèbres pour leur beauté.
    A cliff can also refer to a steep mountain.
    The rocky cliff was difficult to climb.
    La falaise rocheuse était difficile à escalader.
    A cliff can also host various types of flora and fauna.
    Seabirds often nest on cliffs.
    Les oiseaux de mer nichent souvent sur les falaises.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'falisia', which means 'cliff' or 'rock'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    on the edge of the cliff
    located in close proximity to a cliff.
    au bord de la falaise
    falling off the cliff
    falling from a significant height.
    tomber de la falaise
    backing away from the cliff
    being impressed or frightened by a difficult situation.
    reculer devant la falaise

    Related Words

    escarpment
    a steep slope or cliff.
    escarpement
    rock
    a hard piece of land, often forming a cliff.
    rocher
    seaside
    the boundary between land and sea, often characterized by cliffs.
    bord de mer

    Slang Meanings

    Found oneself in a difficult or risky situation.
    He is on a cliff with his project plan.
    Il est sur une falaise avec son plan de projet.
    Struggling to manage one's emotions.
    She is on the edge of the cliff, I think she is going to crack.
    Elle est au bord de la falaise, je crois qu'elle va craquer.