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    Rade (en. Harbor)

    /ʁad/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A natural shelter for ships.
    The fishermen found a calm harbor to dock.
    Les pêcheurs ont trouvé une rade calme pour accoster.
    Area sheltered from winds where boats can seek refuge.
    The harbor of Brest is one of the largest in Europe.
    La rade de Brest est l'une des plus grandes d'Europe.
    A collection of waters welcoming to ships.
    The harbor was full due to the storm.
    La rade était complète en raison de la tempête.

    Etymology

    Derived from Old French 'rade' meaning 'shelter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to come into harbor
    Refers to a boat that anchors in a harbor.
    entrer en rade
    to become stranded
    To settle in a harbor to protect oneself from the elements.
    faire rade

    Related Words

    anchorage
    The action of dropping anchor for a ship.
    mouillage
    port
    Landing place for ships.
    port
    bay
    Coastal area where water penetrates inland.
    baie

    Slang Meanings

    A difficult situation
    I'm in a bind with all these problems.
    Je suis dans une rade avec tous ces problèmes.
    To feel stuck
    I feel stranded because of this job.
    J'ai l'impression d'être en rade à cause de ce boulot.