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compact in French

compact in French is compact, poudrier — compact means taking up little space; neatly and efficiently arranged.

compact in French

compact
adj
poudrier
noun
A slim folding case, often featuring a mirror, powder and a powder puff, small enough to fit in a woman's purse, handbag, or pocket.

What does "compact" mean?

  1. adjective Taking up little space; neatly and efficiently arranged.
    "The apartment was small but compact, with clever built-in storage."
  2. noun A formal agreement between two or more parties.
    "The two nations signed a compact promising mutual defense."
  3. noun A small case containing face powder, often with a mirror.
    "She checked her makeup in her compact before the meeting."
  4. verb To press or pack something tightly together.
    "The machine compacts the soil before the foundation is laid."

compact in a sentence

  • The apartment was small but compact, with clever built-in storage.
  • She bought a compact car that was easy to park in the city.
  • The two nations signed a compact promising mutual defense.
  • She checked her makeup in her compact before the meeting.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "compact" in French?

"compact" in French is compact, poudrier. compact means: Taking up little space; neatly and efficiently arranged.

How do you use "compact" in a sentence?

Example: "The apartment was small but compact, with clever built-in storage." In French, "compact" is compact, poudrier.

Are there other ways to say "compact" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "compact": compact, poudrier.

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