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    Rhin (en. Rhine)

    /ʁɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Respiratory organ of marine animals, especially cetaceans.
    The rhin of whales is very different from that of fish.
    Le rhin des baleines est très différent de celui des poissons.
    River that flows through Europe, notably France and Germany.
    The Rhine is known for its beautiful wine landscapes.
    Le Rhin est connu pour ses magnifiques paysages viticoles.
    One of the major rivers in Europe, which flows into the North Sea.
    We took a cruise on the Rhine last summer.
    Nous avons fait une croisière sur le Rhin l'été dernier.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'Rhenus', referring to the Rhine river.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    on the Rhine
    in relation to the Rhine river
    sur le Rhin
    the Rhine valley
    region around the Rhine river known for its vineyards
    la vallée du Rhin

    Related Words

    rhinoceros
    land animal known for its large horn on its nose
    rhinocéros
    rhino
    slang term for a rhinoceros or sometimes a person with a big nose
    rhino

    Slang Meanings

    Used to talk about someone who snorts.
    After hearing that rumor, they say he is doing rhin.
    Après avoir entendu cette rumeur, on dit qu'il fait du rhin.
    Slang term for a big party.
    We're going to have a rhin this weekend!
    On va faire un rhin ce weekend !