French to English Dictionary (Dictionnaire Français-Anglais)

Shrubbery

A collection of shrubs or bushes, typically used for decorative purposes in gardens or landscapes.

Shutdown

The act of closing or stopping a system or operation.

Single-Channel-Audio

A type of audio signal that is transmitted through a single channel, typically resulting in mono sound.

Slang

A type of language consisting of words and phrases that are regarded as very informal, are more common in speech than writing, and are typically restricted to a particular context or group of people.

Slate

A fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers, often used for roofing or as a writing surface.

Slaughterhouse

A facility where animals are slaughtered for food.

Slipstream

The stream of air or water driven backward by or passing around a moving object, such as a car, airplane, or bicycle, creating a partial vacuum that reduces air resistance for anything following closely behind.

Slow Money

An investment philosophy that prioritizes local economies and sustainable practices over quick financial returns.

Snag

To catch on a sharp or projecting object, resulting in a tear or obstruction.

Snatch

To seize or grab something suddenly or quickly.

Social Agenda

A set of social issues or policies that are prioritized for discussion or action.

Social-Climbing

The act of attempting to increase one's social status or position, often by associating with people of higher social standing.