Le fil
Example: Le fil électrique alimente tous les appareils de la maison.
Definition
"Le fil" in technology refers to a wire, typically a thin, flexible strand of metal, used to conduct electricity or signals between devices. It is essential for connecting and powering electrical appliances, as in the example phrase where the electric wire supplies all the devices in the house.
Etymology
The term "le fil" comes from the Old French word "fil," which itself originates from the Latin "filum," meaning thread or string. Originally, it referred to threads used in textiles, but the meaning expanded with technological advances to include thin metal wires used to conduct electricity.
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"Le fil" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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