rocher
/ʁɔ.ʃe/
rock
Nous avons grimpé le rocher pour admirer la vue.
We climbed the rock to admire the view.
general
A large rock or mass of rock, often standing alone or forming part of a cliff or mountain.
Le rocher était couvert de mousse.
The rock was covered in moss.
Can also refer to a rocky outcrop or a large stone.
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Geological Context
'Rocher' is commonly used in geological and outdoor contexts, such as hiking or climbing.
Word Origin
From Old French 'roche', from Latin 'rocca', meaning 'rock'.
Usage Notes
In French, 'rocher' is often used to describe a large, prominent rock formation, while 'pierre' refers to a smaller stone.
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