French to English Dictionary (Dictionnaire Français-Anglais)

lockdown

An emergency measure in which people are prevented from leaving a building or area, or restricted in their movement, for reasons of security or public health.

magnetic field

A region around a magnetic material or a moving electric charge within which the force of magnetism acts.

manila folder

A yellowish folder made of manila paper, used for keeping loose papers together.

nitpicker

A person who finds faults in details that are not important, or is excessively critical of minor mistakes.

pencil

An instrument for writing or drawing, consisting of a thin cylinder of graphite enclosed in wood or metal.

poodle

An active, intelligent dog breed characterized by a dense, curly coat, traditionally clipped.

proficiency

A high degree of competence or skill; expertise.

prospector

A person who searches for mineral deposits, gold, or other valuable resources in a specific region.

shirt

A garment for the upper body, typically made of cotton or a similar fabric, with a collar, sleeves, and buttons down the front.

shriek

A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream.

slaked-lime

Calcium hydroxide, obtained by treating calcium oxide with water.

sleazy

(of a person or situation) sordid, corrupt, or immoral; of low quality.