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    Pans (en. Pans)

    /pɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A distinct section or part of a garment.
    The trousers have two pans that cover each leg.
    Le pantalon a deux pans qui couvrent chaque jambe.
    A specific surface or place.
    The sides of the mountain were covered with snow.
    Les pans de la montagne étaient recouverts de neige.

    Etymology

    The word 'pans' derives from the Latin 'pannus', which means 'fabric' or 'part of something'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in all areas of society
    in all sectors or categories of society.
    dans tous les pans de la société
    the facets of history
    the different periods or aspects of history.
    les pans de l'histoire
    to open all the aspects
    To explore all aspects of a subject.
    ouvrir tous les pans

    Related Words

    pan
    a piece of fabric or a part of a garment.
    pan
    trousers
    a garment that covers the legs, often made of several pans.
    pantalon
    panelizing
    to divide into several sections.
    panelliser

    Slang Meanings

    In slang, 'pans' can casually refer to clothing.
    Look at those pans, they have style!
    Regarde ces pans, ils ont du style !
    Used to talk about areas or parts of a skill or field.
    We need to focus on all the facets of the project.
    Il faut se concentrer sur tous les pans du projet.