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    Molière (en. Molière)

    /mɔ.ljɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A light and silky fabric.
    She chose a dress made of molière for the evening.
    Elle a choisi une robe en molière pour la soirée.
    A type of synthetic material used in tailoring.
    Tailors prefer to work with molière.
    Les tailleurs préfèrent travailler avec de la molière.
    Involvement in a theatrical or literary work of Molière.
    His play was influenced by the style of Molière.
    Sa pièce a été influencée par le style de Molière.

    Etymology

    Derived from the name of Molière, a famous French playwright of the 17th century, known for his comedies.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to bet on the molière
    To rely on a light or humorous aspect.
    miser sur la molière
    to play the molière
    To behave in a comical or burlesque manner.
    jouer la molière
    in the manner of Molière
    In a humorous or satirical style.
    à la manière de Molière

    Related Words

    theater
    A place where plays are performed.
    théâtre
    comedy
    A theatrical genre that aims to entertain through laughter.
    comédie
    playwright
    A writer who composes plays.
    dramaturge

    Slang Meanings

    An exaggerated theatrical style.
    His performance was so molière that the audience laughed.
    Sa prestation était tellement molière que le public en riait.
    A joke or a prank.
    He pulled a molière that surprised everyone.
    Il a fait une molière qui a surpris tout le monde.