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    Virgile (en. Virgil)

    /viʁ.ʒil/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Roman poet of the 1st century BC, author of 'The Aeneid'.
    Virgil is often regarded as one of the greatest poets of Latin literature.
    Virgile est souvent considéré comme l'un des plus grands poètes de la littérature latine.
    A product or style that imitates or is inspired by Virgil's work.
    The epic style of this novel is very Virgilian.
    Le style épique de ce roman est très virgilien.

    Etymology

    From the Latin name 'Virgilius', which is a Roman family name.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    In the manner of Virgil
    To refer to a style or work inspired by Virgil.
    À la manière de Virgile
    Virgil and Dante
    An expression that evokes the relationship between Virgil and Dante in 'The Divine Comedy'.
    Virgile et Dante

    Related Words

    epic poetry
    A genre of poetry that includes heroic stories.
    poésie épique
    Latin literature
    Writings in Latin primarily from ancient Roman times.
    littérature latine
    The Aeneid
    The most famous epic poem by Virgil.
    L'Éneide

    Slang Meanings

    A romantic term for someone who writes poetry.
    He has such a romantic style, he is truly a virgil.
    Il a un style si romantique, il est vraiment un virgile.
    Used to describe something ideal or perfect, inspired by Virgil's poetry.
    This scene is a real virgil, just like in his verses.
    Cette scène est un vrai virgile, comme dans ses vers.