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    Lusignan (en. Lusignan)

    /lyziɲɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Name of an ancient noble family from Poitou.
    The Lusignan family played an important role in the history of France.
    La famille Lusignan a joué un rôle important dans l'histoire de France.
    A noble title associated with the lands of Lusignan.
    The castle of Lusignan is a symbol of this family.
    Le château de Lusignan est un symbole de cette famille.
    A historical reference to the Crusades, often linked to the dynasty.
    The Lusignan participated in the Crusades.
    Les Lusignan ont participé aux guerres croisées.

    Etymology

    The term 'Lusignan' derives from the name of a medieval lordship in France.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the Lusignan are famous for
    their contributions to French history.
    les Lusignan sont célèbres pour
    the domain of the Lusignan
    the lands owned by the Lusignan family.
    domaine des Lusignan
    the heritage of the Lusignan
    the culture and influence left by this family.
    l'héritage des Lusignan

    Related Words

    nobility
    Privileged social class.
    noblesse
    crusade
    Religious military campaign in the Middle Ages.
    croisade
    lordship
    Territory governed by a lord.
    seigneurie

    Slang Meanings

    A term sometimes used to refer to a person of nobility in a sarcastic manner.
    He thinks he’s a Lusignan, but he hasn’t got a penny.
    Il se prend pour un Lusignan, mais il n'a pas un sou.
    Used to evoke someone who is pretentious or condescending.
    Every time he speaks, it sounds like a Lusignan giving lessons.
    À chaque fois qu'il parle, on dirait un Lusignan qui donne des leçons.