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    Monseigneur (en. My lord)

    /mɔ̃.sɛ.ɲœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Title used to address a bishop or a dignitary.
    My lord, could you bless this assembly?
    Monseigneur, pourriez-vous bénir cette assemblée ?
    Term of respect for a noble or an influential person.
    He was received by my lord during his visit.
    Il a été reçu par monseigneur lors de sa visite.
    Used to refer to characters in literary works.
    In the novel, my lord was a key character.
    Dans le roman, monseigneur était un personnage clé.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'mon seigneur', literally meaning 'my lord'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    My lord, please listen to me.
    Expression of a request for respectful attention towards a superior.
    Monseigneur, veuillez m'écouter
    He looks like a lord.
    Exclaims to describe someone respectable or important.
    Il a l'air d'un monseigneur

    Related Words

    lord
    Historical title for a noble or a master.
    seigneur
    prelate
    Bishop or dignitary of the Church.
    prélat
    dignitary
    Person holding a high or distinguished position.
    dignitaire

    Slang Meanings

    Used ironically to refer to someone who takes themselves too seriously.
    Look at him, he acts like a lord.
    Regarde-le, il se comporte comme un monseigneur.
    Familiar terms among friends joking about a pretentious person.
    Don't act like a lord with us, be relaxed.
    Ne fais pas le monseigneur avec nous, sois détendu.