Fouquet (en. Fouquet)
/fu.ke/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A fouquet is a small decorative glass device used to diffuse light.
The fouquet in the living room added a touch of elegance.
Le fouquet dans le salon ajoutait une touche d'élégance.
A fouquet can also refer to a piece of art made from glass.
The fouquets showcased at the exhibition were all unique.
Les fouquets présentés à l'exposition étaient tous uniques.
In certain contexts, the term may evoke old or valuable items.
This antique fouquet attracted the attention of collectors.
Cet antique fouquet attira l'attention des collectionneurs.
Etymology
The word fouquet comes from Old French, possibly deriving from terms related to glass craftsmanship.
Common Phrases and Expressions
light fouquet
A luminous object made of glass used to light up a room.
fouquet de lumière
crystal fouquet
A fouquet made of crystal, often more valuable.
fouquet en cristal
antique fouquet
A fouquet that dates back to a bygone era and has historical value.
fouquet ancien
Related Words
glass
Translucent material, often used to make fouquets.
verre
decor
Interior decoration style that can include fouquets.
déco
craftsman
A person who makes glass objects, such as fouquets.
artisan
Slang Meanings
Decorative gadget with no real utility.
This fouquet, I don't even know why I bought it.
Ce fouquet, je ne sais même pas pourquoi je l'ai acheté.
Fashion item, often seen as superficial.
This fouquet is just a fouquet, not a masterpiece.
Ce fouquet est juste un fouquet, pas un chef-d'œuvre.