La ruine
Example: La vieille maison est en ruine après la guerre.
Definition
"La ruine" refers to the remains of a structure or building that has been destroyed or severely damaged, often due to war, neglect, or natural disaster. It typically signifies the deteriorated state of something that was once intact and functional.
Etymology
The term "la ruine" comes from the Latin word 'ruina,' meaning a collapse or downfall. It entered French to describe the physical destruction of buildings or cities. Did you know? The word also metaphorically applies to the decline or downfall of abstract things like empires or fortunes.
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