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    Muse (en. Muse)

    /myz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    One of the nine inspirational goddesses of the arts in Greek mythology.
    Calliope is the muse of epic poetry.
    Calliope est la muse de l'épopée.
    Source of inspiration for an artist.
    He considers his girlfriend to be his muse.
    Il considère sa petite amie comme sa muse.
    An inspiring woman for a writer or an artist.
    She was his muse throughout his career.
    Elle a été sa muse durant toute sa carrière.
    verb
    To think deeply, to daydream.
    He enjoys wandering in the gardens while contemplating nature.
    Il aime musarder dans les jardins en contemplant la nature.
    To be in the throes of contemplation or a meditative state.
    She was reminiscing about her childhood memories.
    Elle musait sur ses souvenirs d'enfance.

    Etymology

    From the ancient Greek 'mousa', meaning 'inspiration' or 'art'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be someone's muse
    To be a source of inspiration for someone.
    être la muse de quelqu'un
    to muse about something
    To think deeply or daydream about something.
    muser sur quelque chose

    Related Words

    mystery
    Unexplained event or situation.
    mystère
    to awaken
    To make someone aware or alert.
    réveiller

    Slang Meanings

    Sudden inspiration that strikes an artist.
    He had a sudden muse while painting.
    Il a eu une muse subite pendant qu'il peignait.
    A person regarded as a romantic or creative source of inspiration.
    This actress is a muse for many directors.
    Cette actrice est une muse pour de nombreux réalisateurs.