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vampire

vampire

noun vahm-PEER Less Common

Origin: Serbian vampir

Usage Note

Vampire is masculine. The word entered French from Eastern European folklore in the 18th century and quickly spread across European languages. In French slang un vampire can describe someone who drains others emotionally or financially. The adjective vampirique is used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Examples

"Le film parle d'un vampire immortel."

Natural Translation

The film is about an immortal vampire.

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