Sainte-geneviève (en. Saint genevieve)
/sɛ̃t ʒənəvjɛv/
Synonyms
- martyre
- protectrice
- sainte patronne
Slang Meanings
Humorous use of the name to designate a person who takes on the role of protector.
He considers himself Sainte-Geneviève by saving everyone from their problems.
Il se prend pour Sainte-Geneviève en sauvant tout le monde de leurs problèmes.
Reference to someone who does not hesitate to meddle in other people's affairs.
She plays the role of Sainte-Geneviève every time there is a problem.
Elle fait la Sainte-Geneviève à chaque fois qu'il y a un problème.