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    Flambeau (en. Torch)

    /flɑ̃.bo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Light produced by a flame at the top of a holder.
    He held a torch to light the way.
    Il tenait un flambeau pour éclairer le chemin.
    A symbol of passion or knowledge, often used in figurative expressions.
    She is the torch of democracy.
    Elle est le flambeau de la démocratie.
    A decorative element that evokes light and ceremony.
    Torches were placed along the path for the celebration.
    Des flambeaux étaient placés le long du chemin pour la fête.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'flambeaum', derived from 'flamma' meaning flame.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to carry the torch
    To represent a cause or an ideology.
    porter le flambeau
    torch of culture
    Symbol of culture or knowledge.
    flambeau de la culture

    Related Words

    flame
    Incandescent gas resulting from combustion.
    flamme
    torch
    An object used to produce light, usually lit.
    torche

    Slang Meanings

    In the context of parties or events, a person who attracts attention.
    She is a real torch on the dance floor.
    Elle est un vrai flambeau sur la piste de danse.
    Someone who makes a lot of noise or unnecessary shows.
    He is just a show-off, only there to show off.
    Il est juste un flambeau, seulement là pour se montrer.