La pétition
Example: La pétition a recueilli des milliers de signatures en une semaine.
Definition
"La pétition" is a formal written request signed by multiple people, typically addressed to an authority or organization, seeking a specific change or action. It is often used to gather public support and demonstrate collective concern on legal or social issues.
Etymology
The word "la pétition" originates from the Latin verb 'petere,' meaning 'to seek' or 'to request.' Over time, it evolved in French to denote a formal written appeal, reflecting the act of seeking support or redress through signatures.
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"La pétition" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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