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    Talma (en. Talma)

    /tal.ma/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A loose coat, often sleeveless.
    He wore a talma to protect himself from the cold.
    Il portait un talma pour se protéger du froid.
    Historical garment associated with military uniforms or theater costumes.
    The talma of period actors adds to the authenticity of the play.
    Le talma des acteurs d'époque ajoute à l'authenticité de la pièce.
    A large coat used on formal occasions.
    She chose an elegant talma for the ceremony.
    Elle a choisi un talma élégant pour la cérémonie.

    Etymology

    From the name of the theater actor François-Joseph Talma, who popularized this type of clothing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put on one's talma
    To dress elegantly
    prendre son talma
    to be in one's talma
    To be comfortable in one's clothing
    être dans son talma

    Related Words

    cape
    Flowing garment, often sleeveless, that covers the shoulders.
    cape
    shawl
    Large piece of fabric worn as clothing.
    châle
    clothing
    Item worn on the body.
    vêtement

    Slang Meanings

    To be relaxed
    He was in a talma to relax at home.
    Il était en talma pour se relaxer chez lui.
    To have style
    This outfit gives her a bit of a talma vibe.
    Cette tenue lui donne un petit côté talma.