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    Maupin (en. Maupin)

    /mopɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A young man whose appearance or behavior is considered effeminate.
    This maupin always dresses in very colorful clothes.
    Ce maupin s'habille toujours avec des vêtements très colorés.
    A young man who attracts romantic or sexual interest.
    The maupin of the neighborhood is very popular with other boys.
    Le maupin du quartier a beaucoup de succès auprès des autres garçons.

    Etymology

    Uncertain origin, possibly derived from the word 'bad' or from old French.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a maupin
    To behave in an effeminate or attractive manner.
    être un maupin
    maupin of the town
    An effeminate young man recognized in a community.
    maupin de la ville
    to have a heart of maupin
    To be sensitive or romantic in one's relationships.
    avoir un cœur de maupin

    Related Words

    effeminate
    Who possesses traits or behaviors typically associated with women.
    efféminé
    kid
    A boy or a young man.
    gamin
    group
    A group of people, often used to refer to close friends.
    groupe

    Slang Meanings

    A young man with exaggerated manners.
    He considers himself a big maupin with his manners.
    Il se prend pour un grand maupin avec ses manières.
    A boy who is attracted to other boys.
    He often hangs out with maupins in the bars.
    Il fréquente souvent des maupins dans les bars.