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consigne

instruction, directive

noun kohn-SEEN-yuh Rare

Also means

left-luggage office, deposit

Usage Note

Consigne has two main meanings: an instruction or standing order (suivre les consignes — follow the instructions) and a luggage storage facility at a station (consigne automatique — luggage locker). In schools, consigne can also mean a detention or a written exercise given as punishment.

Examples

"Lisez bien les consignes avant de commencer."

Natural Translation

Read the instructions carefully before starting.

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