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Dragonnade (noun) means a campaign ordered by King Louis XIV to frighten French Protestants into becoming Catholic again.

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1

A campaign ordered by King Louis XIV to frighten French Protestants into becoming Catholic again.

2

The act of leaving a place open to violent attack by soldiers.

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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”.

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Rhymes for dragonnade

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What is the meaning of dragonnade?

"dragonnade" (noun) means a campaign ordered by King Louis XIV to frighten French Protestants into becoming Catholic again.

What are the different meanings of dragonnade?

"dragonnade" has 2 main meanings: 1. A campaign ordered by King Louis XIV to frighten French Protestants into becoming Catholic again; 2. The act of leaving a place open to violent attack by soldiers.

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