Walter (en. Walter)

/ˈwɔːltər/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Male first name derived from German meaning 'commander of the army'.
Walter is a popular name in several cultures.
Walter est un prénom populaire dans plusieurs cultures.
A man bearing the first name Walter.
This Walter is my childhood friend.
Ce Walter est mon ami d'enfance.

Etymology

From the old German 'Walther', composed of the elements 'wald' (rule) and 'heri' (army).

Common Phrases and Expressions

Walter, come here!
Call for Walter to come closer.
Walter, viens ici!
It's a walter!
Expression used to designate someone quirky or eccentric.
C'est un walter!

Related Words

Walther
A brand of firearms.
Walther
Walters
A common surname.
Walters

Slang Meanings

A guy who doesn't take things seriously.
Stop being a walter and focus!
Arrête d'être un walter et concentre-toi!
An awkward individual.
He is such a walter, he falls all the time.
Il est tellement walter, il tombe tout le temps.