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    Individu (en. Individual)

    /ɛ̃.di.vi.dy/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A human being taken separately.
    Each individual has its own characteristics.
    Chaque individu a ses propres caractéristiques.
    A member of a community or group.
    Individuals in a society have rights.
    Les individus d'une société ont des droits.
    In biology, a distinct organism within a species.
    This individual belongs to a threatened species.
    Cet individu appartient à une espèce menacée.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'individuus', which means 'indivisible'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    social individual
    A person who is part of a society.
    individu social
    separate individual
    A person who stands out from others.
    individu à part
    singular individual
    A unique person in their traits or behaviors.
    individu singulier

    Related Words

    individualism
    Doctrine that emphasizes the importance of the individual.
    individualisme
    individual
    Relating to an individual, as opposed to a group.
    individuel
    individualize
    To make distinct or unique.
    individualiser

    Slang Meanings

    Type in youth slang.
    He's a cool individual.
    C'est un individu cool.
    Eccentric person.
    Look at that individual with his glasses!
    Regarde cet individu avec ses lunettes !