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    Plié (en. Folded)

    /pli.e/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to something that has been folded.
    The paper is folded in half.
    Le papier est plié en deux.
    Refers to the posture in certain dances.
    In classical dance, the dancer performs a plié.
    Dans la danse classique, le danseur effectue un plié.

    Etymology

    From the verb to fold, derived from the Latin 'plicare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to perform a plié
    To perform a folding movement in dance.
    faire un plié
    folded in half
    Figurative sense indicating intense pain or great fatigue.
    plié en deux

    Related Words

    to fold
    The action of folding something.
    plier
    folding
    The art of folding, often used in origami.
    pliage
    fold
    A fold or a curvature.
    repli

    Slang Meanings

    To be doubled over with laughter.
    Yesterday, I was doubled over with laughter watching that movie.
    Hier, j'étais plié de rire en regardant ce film.
    To be bent under the weight of responsibilities.
    He is really bent down with all these tasks.
    Il est vraiment plié avec toutes ces tâches.