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    Jets (en. Jets)

    /ʒɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A jet is a current of air or liquid propelled with force.
    The water jets in the garden dance in the breeze.
    Les jets d'eau du jardin dansent au gré du vent.
    A jet can also refer to a jet airplane.
    The jet took off at the scheduled time.
    Le jet a décollé à l'heure prévue.
    verb
    To throw something with force.
    He threw the ball far away.
    Il a jeté la balle au loin.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to throw', from Latin 'jacere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    water jet
    A stream of water projected, often used in fountains.
    jet d'eau
    private jet
    A jet aircraft used for private transport.
    jet privé
    lava flow
    A flow of lava emitted during a volcanic eruption.
    jet de lave

    Related Words

    to throw
    The action of launching something.
    jeter
    disposable
    That can be used and then thrown away.
    jetable
    projectile
    An object thrown with force.
    projectile

    Slang Meanings

    A person who lives beyond their means.
    That man is a real jet.
    Cet homme est un vrai jet.
    To move quickly, without restraint.
    You need to hurry to arrive on time.
    Il faut jet pour arriver à l'heure.