Loges (en. Lodges)

/lɔʒ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Enclosed space in a theater for accommodating spectators.
We got seats in the boxes for the show.
Nous avons pris des places dans les loges pour le spectacle.
Room or apartment often used for a specific type of people.
The artists' boxes were located backstage.
Les loges des artistes étaient situées en arrière-scène.
A performance or temporary lodging space.
The guests' boxes were decorated for the occasion.
Les loges des invités étaient décorées pour l'occasion.

Etymology

From Old French 'loge', meaning shelter or space.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to stay in a box
To stay in a reserved space, usually for a limited time.
loger dans une loge
to go to the box
To access a performance or reception area.
aller en loge
the artists' boxes
The private areas where artists prepare before going on stage.
les loges des artistes

Related Words

housing
Place where one lives, shelter.
logement
box
Space or room reserved in a house or theater.
loge
tenant
Person who rents a dwelling.
locataire

Slang Meanings

Casual working space in a theater.
We often meet in the box to chat among ourselves.
On se retrouve souvent dans la loge pour discuter entre nous.
Meeting place for artists.
The boxes are the meeting point before the show.
Les loges sont le point de rdv avant le spectacle.