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la sécheresse
A feminine noun is used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la dame, la lune).
a. dryness
Le froid peut provoquer une sécheresse et des fissures aux lèvres.Cold weather can cause dryness and cracking of the lips.
3. (figurative) (harshness)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. abruptness
La sécheresse de la réponse de Renée m'a surpris.The abruptness of Renée's reply surprised me.
b. curtness
Beaucoup de gens trouvent que la sécheresse de Serge est franchement impolie.Many people find Serge's curtness to be downright rude.
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