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    Pierron (en. Pierron)

    /pjɛʁɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An obstacle or a difficulty to overcome.
    This task is a small obstacle in our project.
    Cette tâche est un pierron dans notre projet.
    A small fragment of stone.
    He picked up a small stone on the beach.
    Il a ramassé un pierron sur la plage.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'pierre', with a diminutive suffix.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a small stone
    To encounter an unexpected difficulty.
    faire un pierron
    to throw small stones
    To scatter criticisms or unpleasant remarks.
    lancer des pierrons

    Related Words

    stone
    Solid material composed of minerals.
    pierre
    pebble
    Small-sized stone.
    caillou

    Slang Meanings

    Specific difficulty or a small problem.
    This report is just a small problem for me.
    Ce rapport est juste un pierron pour moi.
    Small obstacle on the way.
    The small stones on the road delayed me.
    Les pierrons sur la route m'ont retardé.