Sarrasine (en. Saracen)
/sa.ʁa.zin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A historical term referring to a Muslim or Arab during the Middle Ages.
Saracens were often mentioned in accounts of the Crusades.
Les sarrasins étaient souvent évoqués dans les récits des croisades.
In literature, a stereotypical character of Arab or Muslim origin.
The author introduced a Saracen in his novel to represent a mysterious warrior.
L'auteur a introduit un sarrasin dans son roman pour représenter un guerrier mystérieux.
Etymology
From Old French 'sarrasin', derived from Latin 'saracenus', which refers to a Muslim.
Common Phrases and Expressions
among Saracens
In the context of a group of Muslim people.
entre sarrasins
Related Words
saracensim
Philosophy or cultural movement related to Saracen culture.
sarrasinisme
saracensize
To transform or influence something through Saracen culture.
sarrasiniser
Slang Meanings
Pejorative term used to refer to a person from a non-European culture.
He used 'Saracen' to describe people he did not understand.
Il a utilisé 'sarrasin' pour décrire les gens qu'il ne comprenait pas.