Sire (en. Sire)

/siʁ/

Slang Meanings

Outdated expression to refer to an important man.
He dresses like a lord for the big occasions.
Il s'habille comme un sire pour les grandes occasions.
Ironic designation for a man who takes himself too seriously.
Look at him, he behaves like a lord at the party.
Regarde-le, il se comporte comme un sire à la fête.