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    Souterrain (en. Underground)

    /su.tɛ.ʁɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Space or structure located beneath the surface of the ground.
    The catacombs of Paris are a famous example of an underground.
    Les catacombes de Paris sont un exemple célèbre de souterrain.
    An underground tunnel or path.
    The undergrounds of the old city were used for secret circulation.
    Les souterrains de la vieille ville étaient utilisés pour la circulation secrète.
    An underground cave or grotto.
    The children explored the underground beneath the rocks.
    Les enfants ont exploré le souterrain sous les rochers.

    Etymology

    From Middle French "souterrain," derived from Latin "subterraneus."

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    underground war
    Secret place where military resources are hidden.
    souterrain de guerre
    underground movement
    Organization or activity that is hidden and secret.
    mouvement souterrain
    underground market
    Unregulated informal economy.
    marché souterrain

    Related Words

    underground (feminine)
    Feminine adjective that designates something located underground.
    souterraine
    undergrounds
    Plural of underground, referring to several spaces of this type.
    souterrains

    Slang Meanings

    A secret place where people meet.
    He suggested meeting in an underground to avoid being seen.
    Il a proposé de se voir dans un souterrain pour éviter les regards.