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    Médaillon (en. Medallion)

    /medajɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A small object, often disc-shaped, used as jewelry or decoration.
    She wore a gold medallion with the likeness of her mother.
    Elle portait un médaillon en or avec l’effigie de sa mère.
    A dish prepared with meat cut into medallions.
    The chef served veal medallions with a mushroom sauce.
    Le chef a servi des médaillons de veau avec une sauce aux champignons.
    A decorative element in architecture, often found in ceilings or walls.
    The medallion on the ceiling represents a scene from mythology.
    Le médaillon au plafond représente une scène de la mythologie.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'medallio', diminutive of 'medalis', meaning 'coin piece'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    photograph medallion
    A small medallion containing a photo.
    médaillon de photographies
    love medallion
    A piece of jewelry symbolizing love or a sentimental memory.
    médaillon d'amour
    veal medallion
    Dish made with veal cut into medallions.
    médaillon de veau

    Related Words

    medallist
    Artist specialized in the crafting of medals.
    médailliste
    medals
    Similar object, often made of metal, rewarding merit.
    médailles
    medallioning
    The action of creating or sculpting medallions.
    médaillonner

    Slang Meanings

    A precious keepsake or sentimental object.
    This is my medallion, it reminds me of my childhood.
    C'est mon médaillon, il me rappelle mon enfance.
    In a familiar context, a piece of clothing or a fashionable accessory.
    She has a medallion that perfectly matches her outfit.
    Elle a un médaillon qui va parfaitement avec sa tenue.