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Marcel — meaning in English

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English meaning

marcel noun A hairstyle of deep, uniform waves created with a heated curling iron, popular in the early 20th century.
Marcellus name A masculine given name of Latin origin, a diminutive of Marcus, borne by several ancient Roman figures.
singlet noun A set of one, an item not part of a larger set

Senses

Marcel is used for these senses in English:

A-shirt An athletic shirt or a similarly cut undershirt.
Marcel A en given name.

marcel — full definition

noun A hairstyle of deep, uniform waves created with a heated curling iron, popular in the early 20th century.
verb To style hair into this kind of wave.

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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”.

Related French words

maillot débardeur maillot de corps