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    Gand (en. Ghent)

    /ɡɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Protective garment for the hand that can be made from various materials.
    He wore leather gloves to protect himself from the cold.
    Il portait des gants en cuir pour se protéger du froid.
    Fashion accessory used to enhance an outfit.
    Her silk gloves added a touch of elegance to her dress.
    Ses gants de soie ajoutaient une touche d'élégance à sa robe.
    Sports exercise instrument, for example in boxing.
    Boxers wear gloves to protect their hands during fights.
    Les boxeurs portent des gants pour protéger leurs mains lors des combats.

    Etymology

    The word 'gand' comes from the Latin 'gloves', which evolved into Old French.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    goalkeeper gloves
    Gloves used by goalkeepers in sports.
    gants de gardien
    put on the gloves
    Getting ready to fight or defend oneself.
    mettre les gants
    boxing gloves
    Type of glove used in boxing to protect the hands.
    gants de boxe

    Related Words

    work glove
    Glove designed for practical tasks and durable.
    gant de travail
    bath glove
    Glove used for washing in the shower.
    gant de bain
    cleaning glove
    Rubber glove used to protect the hands during cleaning.
    gant de nettoyage

    Slang Meanings

    To have a glove on the heart
    He acts as if he has a glove on the heart, showing too much kindness.
    Il agit comme s'il avait un gant sur le cœur, se montrant trop gentil.
    Iron glove
    He treats his employees with an iron glove, without any gentleness.
    Il traite ses employés avec un gant de fer, sans aucune douceur.