Le coussin
Example: Le coussin rouge est sur le canapé confortable.
Definition
"Le coussin" refers to a soft bag filled with materials like feathers or foam, used for sitting, resting, or decoration, often placed on furniture such as sofas or chairs to provide comfort and support.
Etymology
The word "le coussin" originates from Old French 'coussin', derived from the Latin 'culcita', meaning a mattress or cushion. Did you know that the Latin root is related to 'culcere', meaning to press or knead, which reflects the soft and pliable nature of a cushion?
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"Le coussin" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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