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    Parée (en. Prepared)

    pa-rée

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of ornaments, jewelry, or decorations.
    She wore a magnificent parée at the ball.
    Elle portait une parée magnifique lors du bal.
    Accessory or decorative element related to clothing.
    This feathered parée adds a touch of elegance to her dress.
    Cette parée de plumes ajoute une touche d'élégance à sa robe.

    Etymology

    From the old French 'paree', derived from the Latin 'parare' meaning to prepare or to adorn.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in full dress
    In formal attire, particularly for a special occasion.
    en parée
    adorned with flowers
    An ornament made of flowers, often used for festive events.
    parée de fleurs

    Related Words

    parure
    A collection of jewelry or ornaments.
    parure
    dressing
    The act of dressing or adorning oneself.
    habillage
    embellishment
    The act of beautifying, making more beautiful.
    embellissement

    Slang Meanings

    To display an overly adorned style.
    He is always in parée, it looks like he’s coming from a fashion show.
    Il est toujours en parée, on dirait qu'il sort d'un défilé.
    To be well-dressed to impress.
    For his date, he arrived in parée.
    Pour son rendez-vous, il est arrivé en parée.