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    Toulon (en. Toulon)

    /tu.lɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A city in the southeast of France, on the Mediterranean.
    Toulon is famous for its military port.
    Toulon est célèbre pour son port militaire.
    Prefecture of the Var department.
    The prefecture of Toulon is located near the sea.
    La préfecture de Toulon est située près de la mer.
    Center of shipbuilding in France.
    The shipyard in Toulon is one of the most important.
    Le chantier naval de Toulon est l'un des plus importants.

    Etymology

    The name 'Toulon' probably comes from the pre-Latin root 'Tolo', designating a place by the water.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Toulon on the mind
    Being passionate about Toulon or its culture.
    Toulon dans la tête
    Going to Toulon
    Heading towards Toulon, often used for frequent travels.
    Monter à Toulon

    Related Words

    Var
    French department where Toulon is located.
    Var
    Mediterranean
    Sea bordering Toulon, important for trade.
    Méditerranée
    naval
    Relating to the navy or navigation, often associated with Toulon because of its port.
    naval

    Slang Meanings

    A Toulonnais
    He is Toulonnais, he knows all the good spots in the city.
    Il est Toulonnais, il connaît tous les bons coins de la ville.
    To do the Toulon
    He does the Toulon, always talking about his city.
    Il fait le Toulon, toujours en train de parler de sa ville.