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    Oliviers (en. Olive trees)

    /oli.vje/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Plant belonging to the olive family, producing olives.
    Olive trees are typical of Mediterranean regions.
    Les oliviers sont typiques des régions méditerranéennes.
    Lands where olive trees grow.
    He owns olive trees on his property.
    Il possède des oliviers dans sa propriété.
    System for cultivating olive trees.
    The cultivation of olive trees requires a warm and dry climate.
    La culture des oliviers nécessite un climat chaud et sec.

    Etymology

    Comes from the French 'olivier', derived from the Latin 'oliva' meaning olive.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an olive tree does not grow in the storm
    A wise person remains calm in difficult moments.
    un olivier ne croit pas dans la tempête
    the olive tree and peace
    Symbolizes peace and reconciliation.
    l'olivier et la paix

    Related Words

    olive
    Fruit of the olive tree, used in food and for olive oil.
    olive
    olive cultivation
    Cultivation of the olive tree and production of olive oil.
    oléiculture
    oilseed
    Refers to plants from which oils are extracted, such as the olive tree.
    oléagineux

    Slang Meanings

    To have the olives
    He has the olives when he gets angry.
    Il a les olives quand il se fâche.
    An olive tree in the city
    He is an olive tree in the city, a person who stands out from others.
    C'est un olivier en ville, une personne qui se distingue des autres.