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massif

massive

adjective mah-SEEF Rare
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Also means

solid, dense; mountain massif (noun)

Usage Note

Massif as an adjective means physically large and solid (une table massive — 'a heavy, solid table') or occurring in great numbers (des bombardements massifs). As a masculine noun, un massif refers to a mountain range or massif (le Massif central) or a flower bed. The feminine adjective form is massive.

Examples

"Ce meuble est trop massif pour la pièce."

Natural Translation

This piece of furniture is too massive for the room.

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