Leblanc (en. Leblanc)
/lə.blɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A family name of French origin.
His name is Jean Leblanc.
Il s'appelle Jean Leblanc.
A term referring to a person with a pale complexion or white appearance.
She has very Leblanc skin.
Elle a une peau très Leblanc.
Etymology
Derived from Old French 'blanc', meaning 'white' or 'light-colored'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Leblanc as snow
Refers to someone who is innocent or pure.
Leblanc comme neige
To be leblanc
To be in a situation without responsibility.
Être leblanc
Related Words
white
Color of snow, often associated with purity.
blanc
to whiten
To make white or lighter.
blanchir
Slang Meanings
To mock someone because of their pale appearance.
He was so tired that people said he looked Leblanc.
Il était tellement fatigué qu'on a dit qu'il avait l'air Leblanc.
Used to describe a very sober or classic style.
This suit is really leblanc, very elegant.
Ce costume est vraiment leblanc, très élégant.