Le contrôle douanier
Example: Le contrôle douanier a duré plus longtemps que prévu à l'aéroport.
Definition
"Le contrôle douanier" refers to the customs inspection process at borders or airports where officials check travelers' luggage and documents to ensure compliance with regulations regarding goods and immigration. It often involves verifying declarations and preventing illegal items from crossing borders.
Etymology
The phrase "le contrôle douanier" comes from French, where "contrôle" means inspection or check, and "douanier" relates to customs ('douane'). The term dates back to the establishment of customs authorities in Europe to regulate trade and taxation across borders. Did you know that customs controls have existed since ancient times to manage trade routes and ensure proper duties were paid?
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"Le contrôle douanier" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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