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frank
01
franc
direct and honest in expressing oneself, even if some people might find it unpleasant
Exemples
Shiv appreciated Tom 's frank feedback on her presentation, even though it was a bit blunt.
Shiv a apprécié les commentaires francs de Tom sur sa présentation, même s'ils étaient un peu brutaux.
The boss 's frank discussion about the company's financial struggles left the employees feeling uneasy but informed.
La discussion franche du patron sur les difficultés financières de l'entreprise a laissé les employés mal à l'aise mais informés.
02
easily perceived or clearly obvious
Exemples
There was a frank difference between the two proposals.
His excitement was frank to everyone in the room.
Frank
01
a Germanic person who settled in the Roman Empire from the Rhine in the 4th century
Exemples
The Franks established powerful kingdoms in what is now France and Germany.
The Franks played a central role in the decline of Roman authority in Gaul.
to frank
01
to exempt or authorize from payment, inspection, or official procedure, typically using an official pass or letter
Exemples
The diplomat was franked through customs without inspection.
Soldiers could be franked for certain military supplies.
02
to mark a letter or package with a postmark or stamp indicating the date and time of mailing
Exemples
The office franked all outgoing letters before delivery.
The postal clerk franked the envelope with today's date.
Arbre Lexical
frankish
frankly
frankness
frank
