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    Lacs (en. Lakes)

    /lak/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Large body of fresh water, surrounded by land.
    Mountain lakes are strikingly beautiful.
    Les lacs de montagne sont d'une beauté saisissante.
    Freshwater reservoir for human consumption or irrigation.
    The lakes provide drinking water to the surrounding villages.
    Le lacs fournissent de l'eau potable aux villages alentours.
    Aquatic ecosystem often rich in biodiversity.
    The lakes host numerous species of fish.
    Les lacs abritent de nombreuses espèces de poissons.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lacus', meaning body of water.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fishing lake
    a water space where one can fish.
    lac de prise
    to plunge into the lake
    refers to a sudden dive or immersion.
    se jeter dans le lac

    Related Words

    pond
    Small body of water, usually shallow.
    étang
    river
    Watercourse with a consistent flow.
    rivière
    canal
    Waterway dug for navigation or irrigation.
    canal

    Slang Meanings

    Trendy lakes
    These new lakeside bars are very trendy.
    Ces nouveaux bars au bord des lacs sont très tendance.
    Lakes as meeting places
    We always meet at the lake to chat.
    On se retrouve toujours au lac pour discuter.