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    Potence (en. Gallows)

    /pɔ.tɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Device used for hanging condemned prisoners.
    The gallows was installed in the public square.
    La potence était installée sur la place publique.
    Vertical support intended to hold a load.
    The carpenter used a gallows to lift the beam.
    Le charpentier a utilisé une potence pour soulever la poutre.
    Term referring to the power or effectiveness of something.
    The power of this engine is impressive.
    La potence de ce moteur est impressionnante.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'potence', from Latin 'potentia' meaning 'power'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on the gallows
    To be in a desperate or hopeless situation.
    être à la potence
    to give strength
    To increase the strength or influence of something.
    donner de la potence
    to have authority
    To have authority or power.
    avoir de la potence

    Related Words

    potentate
    Monarch or leader with great power.
    potentat
    powerful
    One who has a lot of power or influence.
    puissant
    potentially
    In a way that has the potential or capacity to be realized.
    potentiellement

    Slang Meanings

    Physical strength or vigor.
    This athlete really has strength, he lifts incredible weights.
    Ce sportif a vraiment de la potence, il soulève des poids incroyables.
    Ability to do something efficiently.
    He has authority in his work, he is very efficient.
    Il a de la potence dans son travail, il est très efficace.