Objets (en. Objects)

/ɔbʒɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Physical things, items or elements.
The objects on the table are in disarray.
Les objets sur la table sont en désordre.
Elements used in a particular context.
She collected art objects.
Elle a collectionné des objets d'art.
Elements that serve a role in a system.
The objects of the class must be instantiated.
Les objets de la classe doivent être instanciés.

Etymology

From the Latin 'objectum', which means 'thing presented'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

valuable objects
Objects that have a high monetary or sentimental value.
objets de valeur
lost objects
Things that have been forgotten or lost by someone.
objets perdus
decorative objects
Items used to beautify a space.
objets de décoration

Related Words

object
Individual thing, often a product.
objet
art object
Work of art, generally material.
objet d'art
virtual object
Digital element in a virtual space.
objet virtuel

Slang Meanings

Things of no importance.
They are just objects, it's not worth worrying about.
Ce ne sont que des objets, ça ne vaut pas la peine de s'inquiéter.
Thing or stuff.
No need for these objects, take the thing that is there.
Pas besoin de ces objets, prends le machin qui est là.