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millefleur

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌmɪl.əˈflɜːr/

KK: /mɪlɛˈflɜr/

adjective
Definition

Describing a design or fabric that features a pattern made up of many small flowers and plants.


Example

The dress she wore had a beautiful millefleur pattern that reminded everyone of a blooming garden.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just got this new dress with a millefleur pattern, and I love it!
Sloth B
That sounds beautiful! I always think floral patterns are so cheerful.
Sloth A
Yeah, the millefleur design really reminds me of springtime.
Sloth B
Spring is the perfect time for flowers! You should wear it to the picnic.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
floral
botanical
flowery
Antonyms
plain
barren
sterile
Root Explanation

**Millefleur** → The word is derived from the French *millefleurs*, which translates to 'thousand flowers'. It is composed of "mille" (meaning thousand) and "fleur" (meaning flower). The term describes a design or pattern featuring many flowers, often used in textiles and art.

Memory Tip

Imagine a beautiful tapestry filled with 'thousand' ('mille') 'flowers' ('fleur') — that's what millefleur means, a design bursting with floral beauty.

Visually Confused Words

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