lisse
lisse
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
1. (not rough)
a. smooth
La surface du comptoir est parfaitement lisse.The surface of the countertop is perfectly smooth.
A feminine noun is used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la dame, la lune).
a. heddle
Pendant le tissage, le fil passe à travers chaque lisse du métier.During weaving, the thread passes through each heddle on the loom.
4. (nautical)
a. ribband
Les charpentiers installaient la lisse sur le navire en construction.The carpenters were fitting the ribband on the ship under construction.
5. (guardrail)
a. handrail
Charles s'est appuyé contre la lisse en admirant la vue.Charles leaned against the handrail, admiring the view.
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