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solaire

solar

adjective soh-LEHR Rare

Origin: From Latin solaris, from sol (sun).

Usage Note

Solaire is invariable in gender — le système solaire, l'énergie solaire. Beyond astronomy, it is widely used for solar energy products and sunscreen (crème solaire). The phrase protection solaire refers to sun protection factor (SPF) on cosmetics.

Examples

"Ils ont installé des panneaux solaires."

Natural Translation

They installed solar panels.

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