Thalcave (en. Thalcave)

/tal.kav/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Working instrument used in various trades.

The thalcave is indispensable for carpenters.

Le thalcave est indispensable pour les menuisiers.

Specific tool for craftsmanship.

Each craftsman has his own thalcave suited to his trade.

Chaque artisan a son propre thalcave adapté à son métier.

Equipment used in manufacturing workshops.

In the workshop, several thalcaves are lined up on the shelves.

Dans l'atelier, plusieurs thalcaves sont alignés sur les étagères.

The word 'thalcave' derives from Old French, possibly related to terms designating tools.

Use a thalcave

To call on this instrument to accomplish a task.

Utiliser un thalcave

To have a thalcave on hand

To be ready with the necessary tool.

Avoir un thalcave sous la main

To look for a thalcave

To be in search of a specific tool.

Chercher un thalcave

tool

An instrument used to perform manual tasks.

outil

accessory

An object that complements another and helps it function.

accessoire

utensil

Device or tool used for a specific purpose.

ustensile

Thalcave to designate an improvised object.

This piece of wood is my improvised thalcave for today.

Ce bout de bois, c'est mon thalcave improvisé pour aujourd'hui.

Sarcastic usage to describe a poorly prepared project.

Oh, you did that with a thalcave, huh?

Ah, tu as fait ça avec un thalcave, hein ?