trace in French
trace in French is traces, trace, trait — trace means a small mark, sign, or amount left behind that shows something existed or happened.
trace in French
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trait
One of two straps, chains, or ropes of a harness, extending from the collar or breastplate to a whippletree attached to a vehicle or thing to be drawn; a tug.
tracer
(transitive) To draw or sketch lightly or with care.
calquer
(transitive) To copy onto a sheet of paper superimposed over the original, by drawing over its lines.
What does "trace" mean?
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noun A small mark, sign, or amount left behind that shows something existed or happened.
"Investigators found traces of blood at the scene."
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noun A very small quantity of something.
"The soup had just a trace of chilli."
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verb To find the origin or path of something by following evidence.
"Detectives traced the call to an address downtown."
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verb To copy a drawing by following its lines through thin, see-through paper.
"The kids traced the outline of the map for their project."
trace in a sentence
- Investigators found traces of blood at the scene.
- The old road had almost vanished, leaving only a trace through the grass.
- The soup had just a trace of chilli.
- Detectives traced the call to an address downtown.
Similar words in French
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "trace" in French?
"trace" in French is traces, trace, trait. trace means: A small mark, sign, or amount left behind that shows something existed or happened.
How do you use "trace" in a sentence?
Example: "Investigators found traces of blood at the scene." In French, "trace" is traces, trace, trait.
Are there other ways to say "trace" in French?
Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "trace": traces, trace, trait, tracer, calquer.
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