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bâche — meaning in English

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English meaning

tarpaulin noun A thick sheet of waterproof material used to cover things and shield them from the weather.

Senses

bâche is used for these senses in English:

tarpaulin (countable) A tarp, a heavy, waterproof sheet of material, often cloth, used as a cover or blanket.
tarpaulin (uncountable, obsolete) Any heavy, waterproof material used as a cover.

tarpaulin — full definition

noun A thick sheet of waterproof material used to cover things and shield them from the weather.
noun Canvas that has been treated with tar to make it waterproof, used as a cover.
noun A hat made from or covered in tarred cloth, traditionally worn by sailors.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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