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    Sèvres (en. Sèvres)

    /sɛvʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A town in France known for its ceramic manufactures.
    The Sèvres factory is renowned worldwide.
    La manufacture de Sèvres est renommée dans le monde entier.
    A type of porcelain made in Sèvres.
    This Sèvres cup is a classic example of French porcelain.
    Cette tasse en sèvres est un exemple classique de la porcelaine française.
    A reference to art or decorative objects from Sèvres.
    Sèvres works are highly prized by collectors.
    Les œuvres de Sèvres sont très prisées par les collectionneurs.

    Etymology

    From the name of the town of Sèvres, which gave its name to the ceramics manufactured there.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Savoir-faire of Sèvres
    Expression designating artisanal excellence in porcelain manufacturing.
    Savoir-faire de Sèvres
    Art object from Sèvres
    Reference to works of art made in Sèvres, often considered high-end.
    Objet d'art de Sèvres

    Related Words

    faïence
    Type of glazed ceramic.
    faïence
    porcelain
    Fine and translucent ceramic, often from Sèvres.
    porcelaine
    craftsmanship
    The art of creating objects by hand.
    artisanat

    Slang Meanings

    A luxury or collectible object
    This piece is a true Sèvres.
    Cette pièce est un vrai sèvres.
    To refer to something exclusive
    This restaurant is top-class Sèvres.
    Ce restaurant, c'est du sèvres.