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    Fanal (en. Flagship)

    /fa.nal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A light device used to guide ships.
    The port's light helps boats navigate safely.
    Le fanal du port aide les bateaux à naviguer en toute sécurité.
    Light or lamp that illuminates a space.
    She lit the light in the garden for the party.
    Elle a allumé le fanal dans le jardin pour la fête.
    Terms used in architecture to designate a light above.
    The church's light is a landmark for locals.
    Le fanal de l'église est un point de repère pour les habitants.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'fanale', derived from 'fana' meaning 'light'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    distress signal
    A light signal used in case of emergency.
    fanal de détresse
    navigation light
    Light used to guide ships.
    fanal de navigation
    lighthouse light
    Light emitted by a lighthouse.
    fanal de phare

    Related Words

    fanalier
    A person responsible for maintaining lights.
    fanalier
    fanalisation
    The process of installing lights.
    fanalisation
    lighthouse
    A structure that emits light to guide navigation.
    phare

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to designate a good guide or indicator.
    When I am lost, I rely on the GPS light.
    Quand je suis perdu, je me fie au fanal du GPS.
    Term used to refer to a person who socially shines.
    She is the light of our group, always there to illuminate our way.
    Elle est la fanal de notre groupe, toujours là pour éclairer notre chemin.