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jante

wheel rim

noun ZHAHNT Rare

Usage Note

Jante refers specifically to the rim of a wheel — the metal hoop onto which the tyre fits. Jantes en alliage ('alloy wheels') is a common phrase in car advertising. Do not confuse it with roue (the whole wheel). Jante is feminine: une belle jante.

Examples

"Il a abîmé une jante en roulant sur le trottoir."

Natural Translation

He damaged a wheel rim by driving onto the kerb.

Literal Translation

He has damaged a rim by rolling on the pavement.

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