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    Gant (en. Glove)

    /ɡɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Garment worn on the hand to protect against cold or injuries.
    He put on his gloves before going out in the cold.
    Il a mis ses gants avant de sortir dans le froid.
    Fashion accessory that can be made of fabric, leather, or another material.
    His leather gloves were very elegant.
    Ses gants en cuir étaient très élégants.
    Instrument used in certain sports such as boxing or baseball.
    He put on his boxing gloves before the match.
    Il a enfilé ses gants de boxe avant le combat.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'gant', itself derived from the Germanic 'want' meaning 'glove'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    white gloves
    Refers to acts carried out with care or discretion.
    gants blancs
    gloved attire
    Evokes impeccable clothing or presentation.
    tenue de gant
    put on gloves
    To act with caution.
    mettre des gants

    Related Words

    washcloth
    Small towel used for washing oneself
    gant de toilette
    garden glove
    Glove used to protect the hands during gardening work.
    gant de jardin
    protective glove
    Glove designed to protect against cuts or burns.
    gant de protection

    Slang Meanings

    Glove of irony
    He responded with a glove of irony, which made the situation even funnier.
    Il a répondu avec un gant d'ironie, ce qui a rendu la situation encore plus drôle.
    To put on the gloves
    When it comes to negotiating, he knows he has to put on the gloves.
    Quand il s'agit de négocier, il sait qu'il doit mettre les gants.