Le cadre
Example: Le cadre de cette photo est en bois sculpté.
Definition
"Le cadre" refers to the frame surrounding a picture or photograph, often made of wood, metal, or other materials, that supports and enhances the image it encloses. For example, "Le cadre de cette photo est en bois sculpté" means the frame of this photo is made of carved wood.
Etymology
The word "le cadre" comes from the Old French term 'cadre,' which itself derives from the Latin 'quadrum,' meaning 'square' or 'frame.' Did you know that the concept of framing something, like a picture, has been linked to the idea of enclosing it within a square or rectangular shape since ancient times?
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"Le cadre" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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