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    Prise (en. Socket)

    /pʁiz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A movement of capture or acquisition.
    The capture of the city was a decisive moment.
    La prise de la ville a été un moment décisif.
    Designation of a device allowing to capture electrical current.
    He plugged his device into the wall socket.
    Il a branché son appareil à la prise murale.
    Action of grabbing an object.
    His grip on the handlebars was firm.
    Sa prise sur le guidon était ferme.
    verb
    Having a hold on something, to master or control.
    The manager took a firm grip on the new employees.
    Le manager a pris une prise ferme sur les nouveaux employés.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to take' in the past participle 'taken', with the suffix -e.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    awareness
    Awakening to a new understanding or awareness.
    prise de conscience
    responsibility
    Action of taking care of something or someone.
    prise en charge
    take the socket
    Acting to capture or seize an opportunity.
    prendre la prise

    Related Words

    electrical socket
    A connection to supply power to a device.
    prise électrique
    risk-taking
    Action of agreeing to take risks.
    prise de risque
    decision-making
    The act of making a choice or solving a problem.
    prise de décision

    Slang Meanings

    a headache
    This meeting is really a headache.
    C'est une vraie prise de tête cette réunion.
    grab a ride
    He grabbed a ride after the concert.
    Il a pris un coucou après le concert.