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pétard

firecracker

noun peh-TAR Rare

Also means

loud bang

Usage Note

Pétard literally refers to a firecracker or small explosive. In very informal slang it can also mean a joint (cannabis cigarette), so context matters. The final -d is silent.

Examples

"Les enfants allument des pétards."

Natural Translation

The children are lighting firecrackers.

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