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rallye

rally (motorsport race)

noun rah-LEE Rare

Origin: Borrowed from English 'rally'.

Usage Note

Rallye in French refers primarily to a long-distance competitive motor race across varied terrain. It also has a secondary social meaning in upper-class French circles: a series of private parties for young people designed to help them meet suitable partners — a somewhat dated but still known usage.

Examples

"Il participe au rallye ce week-end."

Natural Translation

He is taking part in the rally this weekend.

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