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    Versant (en. Slope)

    /vɛʁ.sɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The inclined surface of a mountain or hill.
    The south face of Mont Blanc is very popular with climbers.
    Le versant sud du Mont Blanc est très fréquenté par les alpinistes.
    A field or specialization in a particular area.
    He studied in the field of marine biology.
    Il a étudié dans le versant de la biologie marine.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'versant', derived from the verb 'verser'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    facing slope
    The side of a mountain that faces a specific direction.
    versant face
    technical aspect
    The technical or specialized part of a project.
    versant technique
    historical aspect
    The historical or contextual dimension of a place or an issue.
    versant historique

    Related Words

    slope
    The inclined surface of a terrain.
    pente
    flank
    The lateral part of something, such as a mountain.
    flanc
    inclination
    The angle of the surface relative to the horizontal.
    inclinaison

    Slang Meanings

    To evoke a difficulty or a challenge by reference to a steep slope.
    This project is a real slope to climb.
    Ce projet, c'est un vrai versant à gravir.
    To speak of a field of expertise.
    He is involved in politics, but his focus is mainly on economics.
    Il fait de la politique, mais son versant c'est surtout l'économie.