chien — meaning in English
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English meaning
- bull noun An adult male of cattle, or of certain other large animals such as elephants and whales.
- cur noun A mongrel or low-quality dog, especially one seen as vicious or worthless.
- dog noun A domesticated mammal (Canis familiaris) kept as a pet or working animal, closely related to wolves.
- hammer noun A hand tool with a heavy head, used for driving nails, breaking things apart, or shaping metal.
Senses
chien is used for these senses in English:
- bull (US, slang) A policeman; a detective; a railroad security guard.
- cur (dated, or, humorous) A detestable person.
- dog A mammal of the family Canidae:
- dog (derogatory) Someone who is cowardly, worthless, or morally reprehensible.
- hammer (firearms) A moving part of a firearm that strikes the firing pin to discharge a gun.
bull — full definition
- noun An adult male of cattle, or of certain other large animals such as elephants and whales.
- adj Describing a market where prices are rising or expected to rise.
- noun Nonsense; empty or dishonest talk (informal).
- noun An official document or edict issued by the Pope.
cur — full definition
- noun A mongrel or low-quality dog, especially one seen as vicious or worthless.
- noun An insult for a cowardly or contemptible person.