phryge
/fʁiʒ/noun★Intermediate
historical
A soft, conical cap with the top folded forward, originally worn by ancient Phrygians and later adopted as a symbol of liberty during the French Revolution.
Le bonnet phrygien est devenu un symbole de la liberté en France.
The Phrygian cap became a symbol of liberty in France.
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Also known as the 'bonnet rouge' or 'liberty cap' in English.
Collocations
bonnet phrygienPhrygian cap
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Historical Context
The Phrygian cap was adopted as a symbol of liberty and revolution in France, particularly during the 18th and 19th centuries.
📖Word Origin
From the ancient region of Phrygia in Asia Minor, where this type of cap was traditionally worn.
📝Usage Notes
The term is primarily historical and cultural, often associated with the French Revolution and revolutionary symbolism.
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