Also means
the Renaissance (historical period)
Usage Note
Renaissance is feminine in French. Beyond the historical period, it is widely used to describe any cultural or personal renewal — une renaissance artistique signals a comeback in the arts. The adjective renaissant ('reviving') shares the same root.
Examples
"Ce quartier connaît une véritable renaissance."
Natural Translation
This neighbourhood is experiencing a true revival.
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