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    Montmorency (en. Montmorency)

    /mɔ̃.mɔ.ʁɑ̃.si/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A commune in France.
    The town of Montmorency is located north of Paris.
    La ville de Montmorency est située au nord de Paris.
    A variety of cherry.
    Montmorency cherries are known for their tart flavor.
    Les cerises Montmorency sont reconnues pour leur goût acidulé.
    A French noble family that played a role in history.
    The house of Montmorency was influential in the Middle Ages.
    La maison de Montmorency était influente au Moyen Âge.

    Etymology

    The name Montmorency may derive from the Latin 'Mons Morinicus,' meaning 'mount of Morin,' referring to the locality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Montmorency in bloom
    An expression used to describe the beauty of cherry blossom trees.
    Montmorency en fleurs
    Family of Montmorency
    Refers to the famous noble lineage in France.
    Famille de Montmorency

    Related Words

    cherry
    A fruit from the tree Prunus avium with a sweet or sour taste.
    cerise
    nobility
    A term designating a privileged social class.
    noblesse
    commune
    An administrative division in French-speaking countries.
    commune

    Slang Meanings

    To be successful with the ladies.
    He's really Montmorency tonight; all the girls are flocking to him.
    Il est vraiment Montmorency ce soir, toutes les filles s'approchent de lui.
    A reference to something prestigious or respectable.
    After receiving that award, he became the Montmorency of the class.
    Après avoir reçu cette récompense, il est devenu le Montmorency de la promotion.