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patrician

/pətɹˈɪʃən/

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noun

Patricien

(antiquity) A member of any of the families constituting the populus Romanus, or body of Roman citizens, before the development of the plebeian order; later, one who, by right of birth or by special privilege conferred, belonged to the senior class of Romans, who, with certain property, had by right a seat in the Roman Senate.

Examples :

"The senator, born into a long line of wealthy landowners, was a true patrician in Roman society. "

Le sénateur, né d'une longue lignée de riches propriétaires terriens, était un véritable patricien dans la société romaine.

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noun

Patricien, noble

A person of high birth; a nobleman.

Examples :

"Even though he was a patrician with a long family history of wealth and influence, he still worked hard to earn his own success. "

Bien qu'il fût un patricien avec une longue histoire familiale de richesse et d'influence, il travaillait dur pour mériter son propre succès.

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noun

Quelqu'un qui connaît les œuvres des Pères de l'Église

One familiar with the works of the Christian Fathers; one versed in patristic lore or life.

Examples :

"The professor, a true patrician, could effortlessly quote Augustine and discuss the nuances of early Christian theology with anyone. "

Le professeur, un véritable connaisseur des œuvres des Pères de l'Église, pouvait sans effort citer Augustin et discuter des nuances de la théologie chrétienne primitive avec n'importe qui.

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adjective

Patricien

Of or pertaining to the Roman patres ("fathers") or senators, or patricians.

Examples :

"The museum displayed several artifacts showcasing the patrician families' luxurious lifestyle during the Roman Republic. "

Le musée exposait plusieurs artefacts illustrant le style de vie luxueux des familles patriciennes pendant la République romaine.

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adjective

Patricien, noble

Of, pertaining to, or appropriate to, a person of high birth; noble; not plebeian.

Examples :

"The museum curator described the painting's subject as having a distinctly patrician bearing, noting the refined posture and expensive clothing that suggested noble origins. "

Le conservateur du musée a décrit le sujet du tableau comme ayant une allure distinctement patricienne, notant la posture raffinée et les vêtements coûteux qui suggéraient des origines nobles.

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