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charte

charter

noun SHART Rare

Origin: Latin charta, paper, document

Also means

deed

Usage Note

Charte is a formal written document establishing rights, rules, or principles — a charter, constitution, or covenant. La Grande Charte refers to Magna Carta. In modern French, charte also appears in corporate or organizational contexts (charte graphique = brand style guide).

Examples

"Ils ont signé une charte de bonne conduite."

Natural Translation

They signed a charter of good conduct.

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