Mousquetaire (en. Musketeer)

/mus.ka.tɛʁ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A soldier who uses a musket.
In the 17th century, musketeers were known for their bravery.
Au XVIIe siècle, les mousquetaires étaient connus pour leur bravoure.
Member of the elite unit of the King's Musketeers.
D'Artagnan is a legendary character among the musketeers.
D'Artagnan est un personnage légendaire parmi les mousquetaires.
Figuratively, a man of honor and courage.
He considers himself a musketeer in his values.
Il se considère comme un mousquetaire dans ses valeurs.

Etymology

From the Frankish *muscat, meaning 'firearm', combined with 'taire', which denotes a protection.

Common Phrases and Expressions

All for one, one for all
Emblematic expression of the musketeers, meaning solidarity.
Tous pour un, un pour tous

Related Words

musket
A long firearm used by soldiers.
mousquet
sword
A white weapon often used with the musket.
épée
chivalry
A code of honor related to warriors, similar to that of the musketeers.
chevalerie

Slang Meanings

Bold or reckless man.
He acted like a true musketeer by defying the rules.
Il a agi comme un vrai mousquetaire en défiant les règles.
A loyal and faithful friend.
He's my musketeer, always there for me.
C'est mon mousquetaire, toujours là pour moi.