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    Lorilleux (en. Lorilleux)

    /lɔ.ʁi.jø/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    To have a soft and not firm texture or consistency.
    The cake became lorilleux after being left in the open air.
    Le gâteau est devenu lorilleux après avoir été laissé à l'air libre.
    Refers to a body or object that lacks resistance.
    The cushion is lorilleux and doesn’t support the back well.
    Le coussin est lorilleux et ne soutient pas bien le dos.
    To evoke a feeling of discomfort regarding form or texture.
    The flesh of this fish looks lorilleux; I’m not sure it’s fresh.
    La chair de ce poisson a l'air lorilleux, je ne suis pas sûr qu'il soit frais.

    Etymology

    The term refers to a quality of softness, of unknown origin but commonly used in colloquial language.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Looking lorilleux
    Appearing unappetizing or disdainful.
    À l'air lorilleux

    Related Words

    flabby
    Lacking firmness.
    flasque
    soft
    Without hardness or consistency.
    mou
    supple
    Easily bendable and without resistance.
    souple

    Slang Meanings

    Used to describe a cowardly or non-assertive behavior.
    He was rather lorilleux during the negotiation.
    Il a été plutôt lorilleux lors de la négociation.
    Refers to a person who is very flexible in their opinions.
    She changes her mind so often; she is really lorilleux.
    Elle change d'avis si souvent, elle est vraiment lorilleuse.