Lusignan (en. Lusignan)

/lyziɲɑ̃/

Synonyms

  • famille noble
  • Lusignans
  • noblesse médiévale

Slang Meanings

A term sometimes used to refer to a person of nobility in a sarcastic manner.
He thinks he’s a Lusignan, but he hasn’t got a penny.
Il se prend pour un Lusignan, mais il n'a pas un sou.
Used to evoke someone who is pretentious or condescending.
Every time he speaks, it sounds like a Lusignan giving lessons.
À chaque fois qu'il parle, on dirait un Lusignan qui donne des leçons.