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    Maures (en. Moors)

    /mɔʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Name referring to an ethnic group originating from North Africa.
    The Moors played an important role in the history of Spain.
    Les Maures ont joué un rôle important dans l'histoire de l'Espagne.
    The collection of Muslim populations of North African origin.
    The Moors brought many cultural influences to the Iberian Peninsula.
    Les Maures ont apporté de nombreuses influences culturelles dans la péninsule ibérique.

    Etymology

    The word 'Moor' comes from the Latin 'Maurus', which refers to the inhabitants of Mauretania.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the Moors are coming
    An expression that indicates the arrival of a group considered formidable.
    les Maures arrivent
    Moorish culture
    Refers to the cultural influences left by the Moors.
    culture mauresque

    Related Words

    Mauretania
    An ancient kingdom corresponding to part of present-day North Africa.
    Maurétanie
    Moorish
    An adjective relating to Moorish culture and architecture.
    mauresque

    Slang Meanings

    To mock the prejudices associated with the Moors.
    He made a joke about the Moors by saying they are all good dancers.
    Il a fait une blague sur les Maures en disant qu'ils sont tous de bons danseurs.
    Used to designate someone as being eccentric.
    He has a bit of Moorish behavior at the party.
    Il a des manières un peu maures à la fête.