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    Menton (en. Chin)

    /mɑ̃.tɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Bony prominence located at the lower part of the face.
    He has a well-defined chin.
    Il a un menton bien dessiné.
    In anatomy, the chin refers to the lower region of the head above the neck.
    The chin is often accentuated by a beard.
    Le menton est souvent mis en valeur par la barbe.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'mentum' meaning 'chin'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a chin
    To have character, boldness.
    avoir du menton
    to shave the chin
    To shave the lower part of the face.
    se raser le menton

    Related Words

    jaw
    Mobile part of the face that is used for chewing.
    mâchoire
    beard
    Hair that grows on the chin and jaw.
    barbe

    Slang Meanings

    To fight with determination.
    He is ready to show his chin in this fight.
    Il est prêt à montrer du menton dans ce combat.
    To be proud or arrogant.
    He walks with his chin up.
    Il va avec son menton levé.