Fauchery (en. Mowing)

/foʃeʁi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Refers to a state of debauchery or moral disorder.
The debauchery of that evening shocked all the guests.
La fauchery de cette soirée a choqué tous les invités.
Indicates an excessive life, especially concerning pleasures or leisure.
He leads a life of debauchery, without worrying about the consequences.
Il mène une vie de fauchery, sans se soucier des conséquences.
Behavior characterized by the abuse of pleasure and the absence of modesty.
His debauchery was evident in his life choices.
Sa fauchery était évidente dans ses choix de vie.

Etymology

Comes from the old French 'faucher', meaning 'sharp blow'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to live in debauchery
To live in a disordered and immoral manner.
vivre dans la fauchery
debauchery of pleasures
Refers to the excessive pursuit of pleasure.
fauchery des plaisirs

Related Words

debauchery
Behavior that involves engaging in excessive pleasures.
débauche
dissolution
State of moral or social decay.
dissolution
invitation to indulge
Invitation to adopt immoral behavior.
invitation à faucher

Slang Meanings

To live without rules
He is known for his debauchery; he follows no rules.
Il est connu pour sa fauchery, il ne suit aucune règle.
To party excessively
They spent the weekend in debauchery, without thinking about Monday.
Ils ont passé le week-end dans la fauchery, sans penser au lundi.