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    Volants (en. Flying)

    /vɔ.lɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Part of a vehicle that allows the control of direction.
    He turned the steering wheel left to avoid the collision.
    Il a tourné le volant à gauche pour éviter la collision.
    Wing or fabric that floats in the air.
    The flounces of the dress gave her an elegant look.
    Les volants de la robe lui donnaient une allure élégante.
    In sports, an element that allows for rapid movement.
    The badminton shuttle is essential for the game.
    Le volant de badminton est essentiel pour le jeu.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'fly' in Old French, meaning 'to go into the air'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    steering wheel
    Device that allows control of a vehicle's movement.
    volant de direction
    to have flair
    To be in motion or have great dynamics.
    avoir les volants
    flying on the sides
    Refers to embellishments on the sides of a garment.
    volants sur les côtés

    Related Words

    direction
    The direction in which something moves.
    direction
    movement
    Action of changing position.
    mouvement
    wing
    Organ allowing an animal or object to fly.
    aile

    Slang Meanings

    To have style or elegance.
    She looks really stylish in that new dress.
    Elle est vraiment volante avec cette nouvelle robe.
    To be in constant motion or active.
    He is always on the lookout, a true flyer!
    Il est toujours sur le qui-vive, un vrai volant !