Strogoff (en. Strogoff)

/stʁo.gɔf/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Central character of the novel 'Michel Strogoff', messenger of the Tsar.
Michel Strogoff is a strogoff who crosses Siberia to deliver an urgent message.
Michel Strogoff est un strogoff qui parcourt la Sibérie pour transmettre un message urgent.
Term used to describe a courageous and determined person.
She showed the strogoff spirit in the face of difficulties.
Elle a fait preuve de l'esprit strogoff face aux difficultés.
An important messenger or courier in a military context.
The strogoff traversed dangerous terrain to deliver his message.
Le strogoff a traversé des terrains dangereux pour livrer son message.

Etymology

The word 'strogoff' comes from the main character of the novel 'Michel Strogoff' by Jules Verne.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a strogoff
To show bravery and determination in difficult situations.
être un strogoff
the strogoff spirit
Resilient attitude in the face of adversity.
l'esprit strogoff

Related Words

messenger
A person who carries messages.
messager
adventure
An exciting or unexpected event or experience.
aventure
bravery
Quality of a courageous person.
bravoure

Slang Meanings

A term to characterize someone as tenacious.
This girl is really a strogoff; she never gives up.
Cette fille est vraiment un strogoff, elle ne lâche jamais rien.
Refers to a person who takes risks.
He is always making decisions in a strogoff manner.
Il est toujours en train de prendre des décisions à la strogoff.