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epaulettes

/ˈepəˌlɛts/ /ˈɛpəˌlɛts/

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noun

Épaulettes

An ornamentation, worn on the shoulders of a military uniform, as a sign of rank

Examples :

"The general's uniform was impressive, especially the gold epaulettes on his shoulders. "

L'uniforme du général était impressionnant, en particulier les épaulettes dorées sur ses épaules.

military wear appearance

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noun

Épaulettes, garniture d'épaule

A similar piece of trimming on a lady’s dress

Examples :

"The dressmaker added small, delicate epaulettes to the shoulders of the bride's gown, giving it a more structured and elegant look. "

La couturière a ajouté de petites épaulettes délicates aux épaules de la robe de la mariée, ce qui lui donnait un aspect plus structuré et élégant.

wear style appearance

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noun

Épaulettes

A plate on the anterior wings of some insects

Examples :

"The entomologist carefully examined the grasshopper, pointing out the small, hardened epaulettes on its front wings. "

L'entomologiste examina attentivement la sauterelle, soulignant les petites épaulettes durcies sur ses ailes antérieures.

insect part biology animal anatomy

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Les taches rouges sur les épaules d'un carouge à épaulettes

The red patch on the shoulders of a red-winged blackbird

Examples :

"The male red-winged blackbird puffed out his chest, proudly displaying his bright red epaulettes. "

Le mâle carouge à épaulettes gonfla sa poitrine, affichant fièrement ses épaulettes rouge vif.

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