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    Pendule (en. Pendulum)

    /pɛ̃.dyl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A timekeeping mechanism that oscillates to measure time.
    The grandfather clock is in the living room.
    La pendule de grand-père se trouve dans le salon.
    A time-measuring instrument, often decorative.
    This antique clock is very precious.
    Cette pendule ancienne est très précieuse.
    A watch or clock, generally elongated in shape.
    He bought a beautiful wooden clock.
    Il a acheté une belle pendule en bois.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pendulus' which means 'hanging'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pendulum with a swinging mechanism
    Clock using a pendulum as a mechanism.
    pendule à balancier
    garden pendulum
    Clock designed to be used outdoors.
    pendule de jardin
    wall clock
    Clock fixed to the wall.
    pendule murale

    Related Words

    pendulum
    Part of a pendulum that regulates the movement.
    balancier
    clock
    Device that shows the time, similar to a pendulum.
    horloge
    stopwatch
    A time-measuring device with great precision.
    chronomètre

    Slang Meanings

    Expresses a moment of pause or waiting.
    We are in 'pendulum' until he arrives.
    On est en 'pendule' jusqu'à ce qu'il arrive.
    Designates a slow or dragging rhythm.
    His speech was as slow as a pendulum.
    Son discours était aussi lent qu'une pendule.