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to bob
01
couper au carré
to cut one's hair shorter, typically at jaw-level or above
Transitive: to bob one's hair
Example
She decided to bob her hair for a fresh and modern look, opting for a sleek and stylish appearance.
The actress bobbed her hair to better suit the role of a trendsetting character in the movie.
After years of having long locks, she made a bold choice to bob her hair for a more sophisticated image.
02
osciller, se balancer
to move or oscillate in a quick, short, and repetitive manner, often in an up-and-down motion
Intransitive
Example
As the corked bottle floated downstream, it bobbed with the current of the river.
The fishing float bobbed in the water, indicating a potential catch to the angler.
The child's balloon bobbed in the air, tethered to their wrist by a string.
03
hocher, s'incliner
to make a quick and short dipping movement, typically with the upper part of the body, as a gesture of respect or acknowledgment
Intransitive
Example
As a sign of gratitude, she bobbed briefly after receiving the compliment.
Upon entering the room, the performer bobbed to the audience before taking a seat.
The young girl bobbed in front of her ballet teacher as a demonstration of her appreciation.
Bob
01
coupe de cheveux au carré
a short haircut for women or men in which the hair is typically cut straight around the head at jaw-level
Example
She decided to cut her hair into a sleek bob for a chic look.
The classic bob hairstyle never goes out of fashion.
Her bob was layered to add volume and texture.
02
balancement, hochement
a short abrupt inclination (as of the head)
03
queue courte, queue raccourcie
a short or shortened tail of certain animals
04
bouchon, flotteur
a small float usually made of cork; attached to a fishing line
05
boulotte, plomb
a hanging weight, especially a metal ball on a string
06
bobsleigh, sabre
a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism
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