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    Rabattu (en. Beaten down)

    /ʁa.bat.ty/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to an object or part of something that has been lowered.
    The shutter is lowered to block out the light.
    Le volet est rabattu pour éviter la lumière.
    In speaking of an animal, denotes a submissive or fearful attitude.
    The dog crouched down in front of the stranger.
    Le chien se rabattu devant l'inconnu.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'rabattre', which means to lower or pull back.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lowered down to the ground
    Completely lowered or depressed.
    rabattu jusqu'à terre
    to have a downcast smile
    To have a sad or depressed facial expression.
    avoir le sourire rabattu

    Related Words

    rabattement
    Action of lowering something.
    rabattement
    rabatre
    Action of lowering or bringing something towards oneself.
    rabatre

    Slang Meanings

    To be set apart or feel set apart.
    After the party, he felt a bit down.
    Après la fête, il était un peu rabattu.
    To lose morale or enthusiasm.
    He was down after receiving criticism.
    Il était rabattu après avoir reçu des critiques.