Grand-duc (en. Grand duke)

/ɡʁɑ̃.dyk/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A nocturnal bird of prey, characterized by large ears and distinctive plumage.

The great horned owl is known for its ability to hunt in the dark.

Le grand-duc est connu pour sa capacité à chasser dans l'obscurité.

An aristocratic title higher than that of duke.

The Grand Duke of Luxembourg plays an important symbolic role in the country.

Le grand-duc de Luxembourg joue un rôle symbolique important dans le pays.

From Latin 'ducis', meaning a leader, combined with 'grand' to indicate size or rank.

to have an eye like a great owl

To have a piercing or vigilant gaze.

avoir un œil de grand-duc

to be wise as a great owl

To show wisdom or caution.

être sage comme un grand-duc

duke

A noble title inferior to that of grand-duke.

duc

owl

Nocturnal bird of prey, often associated with the grand-duke.

hibou

bird of prey

Bird of prey in a broad sense, including grand-dukes.

rapace

A man who has a lot of influence.

This guy is a big shot in the business world.

Ce type, c'est un grand-duc dans le milieu des affaires.

A person who dominates a situation.

She is the big shot of the group, everyone follows her advice.

Elle est la grande-duc du groupe, tout le monde suit ses conseils.