Frenchman

American

[french-muhn] / ˈfrɛntʃ mən /

noun

PLURAL

Frenchmen

a native or inhabitant of the French nation.
a French ship.

Frenchman British

/ ˈfrɛntʃmən /

noun

a native, citizen, or inhabitant of France

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Other Word Forms

Frenchwoman noun

Etymology

Origin of Frenchman

before 1150; Middle English Frenshman, Old English Frencisc man. See French, man

Example Sentences

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The Frenchman needs a work permit, for a start.

From BBC

"What an incredible season," said the Frenchman who won six rallies this season.

From Barron's

A 1798 law setting up conscription read: "Every Frenchman is a soldier and is bound to the defence of the homeland."

From BBC

The Frenchman has enjoyed a stand-out season given he missed three of the 14 rounds of the championship in his capacity as a 'part-time' driver.

From Barron's

The Frenchman ran over and shoved Son in the back as the teams left the pitch at half-time, prompting a furious reaction that was forgotten after the break as they held on for a win.

From BBC

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