Lincoln (en. Lincoln)

/ˈlɪŋkən/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Luxury car brand.
She drove a brand new Lincoln.
Elle a conduit une Lincoln flambant neuve.
Reference to Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States.
His speech evoked the ideals of Lincoln.
Son discours rappelait les idéaux de Lincoln.
City in Massachusetts, United States.
We visited Lincoln during our trip.
Nous avons visité Lincoln lors de notre voyage.

Etymology

Family name of English origin derived from the city of Lincoln in the United Kingdom.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lincoln quotes
References to the inspiring words of Abraham Lincoln.
citations de Lincoln
Lincoln at work
Transition from peace to war that he experienced during his presidency.
Lincoln à l'œuvre

Related Words

Lincoln Memorial
Monument in Washington, D.C. dedicated to Abraham Lincoln.
Lincoln Memorial
Lincoln Continental
Iconic car model of the Lincoln brand.
Lincoln Continental
Gettysburg address
Famous speech delivered by Lincoln in 1863.
discours de Gettysburg

Slang Meanings

Refers to something high-end.
It's a real Lincoln, this new restaurant.
C'est un vrai lincoln, ce nouveau restaurant.
Someone with a great political stature.
He sees himself as a modern Lincoln in his business.
Il se voit comme un lincoln moderne dans son entreprise.