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Fait

Fait (name) means a surname of French origin, and part of the phrase "fait accompli," meaning an accomplished fact. Example: “The decision was presented as a fait accompli.”

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A surname of French origin, and part of the phrase "fait accompli," meaning an accomplished fact.

"The decision was presented as a fait accompli."

Word forms

Faits plural

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Etymology

Various origins: * A variant of German Veit. * Borrowed from Czech or Polish Fait, both from the German surname. * Perhaps from an obsolete English personal name derived from Anglo-Norman afaitie (“accomplished, skillful”).

Origin: German

Rhymes for Fait

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Fait” mean?

The word “Fait” means a surname of French origin, and part of the phrase "fait accompli," meaning an accomplished fact.

How do you use “Fait” in a sentence?

Here is “Fait” used in a sentence: “The decision was presented as a fait accompli.”

What part of speech is “Fait”?

“Fait” is a name.

Is “Fait” a common word?

“Fait” is an uncommon word in modern English.