Mulet (en. Mule)

[my.lɛ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Pack animal, often used to carry loads.
The mule is highly valued in the mountains for its endurance.
Le mulet est très apprécié dans les montagnes pour son endurance.
A term referring to a hairstyle where the hair is short in the front and long in the back.
He decided to get a mullet to stand out.
Il a décidé de se faire un mulet pour se démarquer.

Etymology

From Latin 'mulus' meaning donkey, derived from 'asinus' for donkey.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a mullet
To have a hairstyle that resembles that of a mullet.
avoir du mulet
to sport a mullet
To have an appearance or lifestyle reminiscent of the mullet.
porter le mulet

Related Words

donkey
A domestic animal similar to the mule, less suitable for carrying heavy loads.
âne
horse
A large animal often used for sports or work.
cheval
pack saddle
The burden or load carried by a pack animal.
bât

Slang Meanings

A characteristic hairstyle of the 80s where the hair is long at the back and short in the front.
Look at his mullet, it looks like he came from the 80s!
Regarde son mulet, on dirait qu'il vient des années 80 !
A person with a coarse or clumsy attitude.
Stop acting like a mule and focus on the task.
Arrête de faire le mulet et concentre-toi sur la tâche.