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    Vautrin (en. Vautrin)

    /votʁɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A freshwater fish, particularly valued for its size.
    The vautrin can reach up to one meter in length.
    Le vautrin peut atteindre jusqu'à un mètre de longueur.
    A colloquial term for a cunning or skillful man.
    He's a real vautrin, always ready to play his cards right.
    C'est un vrai vautrin, toujours prêt à tirer son épingle du jeu.

    Etymology

    Of ancient origin, derived from the Latin 'valetina', referring to a fish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a vautrin up one's sleeve
    To have a hidden plan or strategy.
    avoir un vautrin dans la manche
    to behave like a vautrin
    To act in a clever or mischievous manner.
    se comporter comme un vautrin

    Related Words

    vautrinage
    The practice of fishing for vautrin.
    vautrinage
    vautrinette
    A small variety of vautrin.
    vautrinette
    vautrinisme
    The art or manner of acting like a vautrin.
    vautrinisme

    Slang Meanings

    A wise and clever man who succeeds in life.
    This vautrin managed to turn his idea into success.
    Ce vautrin a su transformer son idée en succès.
    An individual who uses devious means to get what he wants.
    Don't be a vautrin, act honestly.
    Ne sois pas un vautrin, agis avec honnêteté.