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    L'ancien (en. The old one)

    [lɑ̃sjɛ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Dates back to a past time.
    He lives in an ancient palace.
    Il habite dans un ancien palais.
    Designates something that has already been used or is no longer in use.
    This old equipment is still functional.
    Cet ancien équipement est toujours fonctionnel.
    Refers to a person who has held a position before the current one.
    The former president gave an emotional speech.
    L'ancien président a fait un discours émouvant.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'antiquus', meaning ancient or folded star.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the old regime
    Refers to the political state of France before the Revolution of 1789.
    l'ancien régime
    the old days
    Evokes a past period, often nostalgic.
    l'ancien temps

    Related Words

    antiquity
    The duration during which something or someone has existed or held a position.
    ancienneté
    antiquity
    The period of history that precedes the Middle Ages.
    antiquité

    Slang Meanings

    An old man
    Look at that guy, he's an old-timer in the neighborhood.
    Regarde ce type, il est un ancien du quartier.
    An old-timer
    He’s an old-timer, he knows everyone here.
    Lui, c'est un ancien, il connaît tout le monde ici.