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    Toits (en. Roofs)

    /twa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Upper part of a building.
    The roofs of old houses are often made of tiles.
    Les toits des maisons anciennes sont souvent faits en tuiles.
    Surface that covers a building.
    The roofs of the buildings in Paris offer a magnificent view.
    Les toits des immeubles de Paris offrent une vue magnifique.
    Set of rooftops in the same neighborhood.
    The roofs of Montmartre are iconic to Paris.
    Les toits de Montmartre sont emblématiques de Paris.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'toit', derived from Latin 'tectum' meaning covering or roof.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have one's head in the clouds
    To be distracted or lost in thought.
    avoir la tête dans les nuages
    to cover the roofs
    Refers to protecting or embracing something.
    couvrir les toits

    Related Words

    roofing
    The structure or material that covers a building.
    toiture
    tiles
    Flat plates used to cover roofs.
    tuiles
    framework
    Wood or metal structure that supports the roof.
    charpente

    Slang Meanings

    In common language, refers to a house.
    He bought a new roof for his family.
    Il a acheté un nouveau toit pour sa famille.
    Informally refers to a shelter.
    He is looking for a roof to spend the night.
    Il cherche un toit pour passer la nuit.