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    Longe (en. Long)

    /lɔ̃ʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A longe is a rope that allows one to hold or guide a horse from a distance.
    The rider used a longe to work with his horse in freedom.
    Le cavalier a utilisé une longe pour travailler son cheval en liberté.
    A longe can also refer to a longus, an extended part of an object.
    The longe of the hanger is very useful for hanging large clothes.
    La longe du cintre est très utile pour accrocher de grands vêtements.

    Etymology

    The word 'longe' comes from the Latin 'longa', meaning 'long'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    longe for riding
    Terms used in horseback riding to refer specifically to the longe used for training a horse.
    longe d'équitation
    to do lengths
    Expression meaning to do an exercise with a longe, often related to horses.
    faire des longeurs

    Related Words

    length
    Measure of the distance between two points.
    longueur
    long
    That which has a large dimension from one end to the other.
    long
    longueur
    Longitudinal measure of something.
    longeur

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who takes their time.
    He did it at a slow pace, without rushing.
    Il a fait ça à la longe, sans se presser.
    To use a longe to avoid a fight.
    He decided to take it easy, instead of fighting.
    Il a décidé de faire le long, au lieu de se battre.