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    Fourrer (en. Stuff)

    /fuʁe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To insert an object into another or into a space.
    He stuffed the clothes into his suitcase.
    Il a fourré les vêtements dans sa valise.
    To put food inside another food item.
    She stuffed the chicken with herbs.
    Elle a fourré le poulet avec des herbes.
    To store or confine something in a place.
    He stuffed his phone into his pocket.
    Il a fourré son portable dans sa poche.
    To mean in a familiar or vulgar way to do something abruptly.
    Don't stick your nose into his business.
    Ne lui fourre pas le nez dans ses affaires.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word 'fourrer' comes from the verb 'fourrer' which means to introduce or bury.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to stuff something into
    To put something inside another.
    fourrer quelque chose dans
    to stick one's nose in
    To intrude indiscreetly into someone else's affairs.
    fourrer son nez
    to scram
    To leave quickly.
    fourrer le camp

    Related Words

    fourre
    An object used to wrap or enclose.
    fourre
    fur
    Animal skin worn for protection against the cold.
    fourrure

    Slang Meanings

    To have sexual relations.
    They got together after the party.
    Ils se sont fourrés ensemble après la fête.
    To steal or take without permission.
    He stole his friend's wallet.
    Il a fourré le portefeuille de son ami.