faner
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to wither
En automne, les feuilles des arbres commencent à faner.In fall, the leaves on the trees start 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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