faner
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to wither
Les fleurs ont commencé à faner.The flowers have started to wither.
b. to wilt
L’été est si chaud que les plantes sont en train de faner.The summer is so hot that the plants are wilting.
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to ted
Julie a enfin fini de faner le foin.Julie has finally finished tedding the hay.
3.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., once upon a time).
(literary)
(to discolor)
a. to cause to fade
La lumière intense a fané les couleurs du tableau.The bright light caused the painting’s colors to fade.
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