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    Quiquendone (en. Quiquendone)

    /ki.k ɛ̃.dɔn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A term that refers to something very large or bulky.
    The quiquendone of this piece of furniture is impressive.
    Le quiquendone de ce meuble est impressionnant.
    Used to describe a tall person or a disproportionate object.
    This individual is truly a quiquendone.
    Cet individu est vraiment un quiquendone.
    A humorous term to designate something or a situation ridiculous due to its size.
    This cake is such a quiquendone that it doesn't even fit in the oven.
    Ce gâteau est un quiquendone qui ne rentre même pas dans le four.

    Etymology

    Of uncertain origin, probably derived from a regional dialect.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a quiquendone
    to be very large or so imposing that it becomes comical.
    être un quiquendone
    to have a quiquendone
    to possess a large object.
    avoir un quiquendone

    Related Words

    massive
    Who has a lot of volume and a significant weight.
    massif
    colossal
    Of very large size, immense.
    colossal
    overwhelming
    Who predominantly stands out by its size or strength.
    écrasant

    Slang Meanings

    A very tall person who attracts attention.
    Look what we have here, a real quiquendone!
    Regarde ce qu'on a là, un vrai quiquendone !
    An object too bulky to be practical.
    This device is such a quiquendone that I don't know where to put it.
    Cet appareil est tellement un quiquendone que je ne sais pas où le mettre.