Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Pompidou
Proper noun
pɒm.piˈdu
Definition
Pompidou refers to the former French president Georges Pompidou and is often associated with the Center Pompidou, a famous cultural institution in Paris that houses a vast public library, a cinema, and the National Museum of Modern Art.
Examples
- The Pompidou Center is a popular tourist destination in Paris.
- Georges Pompidou served as the French president from 1969 to 1974.
Meaning
Pompidou is tied to modern art and architecture, particularly the innovative design of the Center Pompidou, which features an exposed skeleton structure and colorful plumbing.
Synonyms
- Georges Pompidou
- Center Pompidou
