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    Mowbray (en. Mowbray)

    /ˈmoʊbreɪ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A family name of Scottish origin, often associated with nobility.
    The Mowbray family was influential in medieval Scotland.
    La famille Mowbray était influente au Moyen Âge en Écosse.
    Can also refer to a place or locality in Scotland.
    Mowbray Castle is located in the Highlands.
    Le château de Mowbray est situé dans les Highlands.

    Etymology

    The name Mowbray derives from the Old French 'Maufray', linked to geographical roots.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    historical mowbray
    Refers to the historical period when the family held power.
    mowbray historique
    Mowbray lineage
    Indicates the descent or genealogy of this noble family.
    lignée de Mowbray
    Mowbray lands
    Refers to the lands owned by the Mowbray family.
    terres de Mowbray

    Related Words

    nobility
    Social class of high-ranking individuals.
    noblesse
    castle
    A fortified building often associated with noble families.
    château
    Scotland
    Country of the United Kingdom, rich in history and culture.
    Écosse

    Slang Meanings

    Nostalgic reference to lost nobility.
    He spoke of Mowbray with such nostalgia, as one recalls a bygone time.
    Il parlait de Mowbray avec une telle nostalgie, comme on se rappelle d'un temps révolu.
    A playful term to describe a pretentious person.
    Look at that Mowbray in a suit, he looks like he stepped out of an old story.
    Regarde ce Mowbray en costume, on dirait qu'il sort d'une vieille histoire.