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    L'entourait (en. Surrounded him)

    [l‿ɑ̃.tu.ʁɛ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Action of surrounding or giving a circular or defined shape to something.
    The garden was beautiful; the hedge surrounded it on all sides.
    Le jardin était magnifique ; la haie l'entourait de tous côtés.
    To express or convey a feeling of affection or protection.
    She surrounded him with a softness that calmed him.
    Elle l'entourait d'une douceur qui le calmait.
    To take possession of a space or place.
    Dark clouds surrounded him, signaling the storm.
    Les nuages sombres l'entouraient, annonçant l'orage.

    Etymology

    "L'entourait" is the verb "entourer," derived from the Latin 'intorere,' meaning 'to turn around.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be surrounded by friends
    Having many close friends around oneself.
    être entouré d'amis
    the love that surrounds
    The affection that envelops a person.
    l'amour qui entoure
    to surround with precautions
    Taking additional security measures.
    entourer de précautions

    Related Words

    surround
    Verb meaning to place something around something else.
    entourer
    envelop
    To put something in a wrapping or covering.
    envelopper

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a situation where one feels protected or secure.
    When I am with my family, I feel surrounded.
    Quand je suis avec ma famille, je me sens l'entourait.
    To be surrounded by many fans or admirers.
    The singer was surrounded by his fans after the concert.
    Le chanteur était l'entourait de ses fans après le concert.