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    Jetée (en. Pier)

    [ʒə.te]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Action of throwing.
    The throw of the ball was impressive.
    La jetée de la balle était impressionnante.
    Quick movement of a body that is projected.
    The throw of the athlete towards the finish line was decisive.
    La jetée du sportif vers la ligne d’arrivée a été décisive.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the verb 'to throw' with the suffix '-ee' indicating the action.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    throw of stones
    Action of throwing stones in a direction.
    jetée de pierres
    throw of dice
    Throwing dice in a game.
    jetée de dés
    throw of a glance
    Quick look.
    jetée d'un coup d'œil

    Related Words

    throw
    Make a movement to send something away from oneself.
    jeter
    launch
    Send something into the air or in a direction.
    lancer
    projection
    Action of projecting something.
    projection

    Slang Meanings

    To do something quickly.
    He did that in one throw.
    Il a fait ça en un coup de jetée.
    To act without thinking.
    She made her decision on a whim.
    Elle a pris sa décision sur un coup de jetée.