Elysée

American  

[ey-lee-zey] / eɪ liˈzeɪ /

noun

1. a palace in Paris: the official residence of the president of France.

2. Usually the Elysée the French government.

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Elysée British  

/ eɪˈliːzeɪ /

noun

1. a palace in Paris, in the Champs Elysées: official residence of the president of France

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Etymology

Origin of Elysée

First recorded in 1815–20 Elysée for def. 1, and in 1850–55 Elysée for def. 2; from French: literally “Elysian”; Elysium ( def. )

Example Sentences

"They have not yet won, even if they never have been so close to the Elysee," said Mayer.

From Barron's

But President Emmanuel Macron has already approved Dati and Bournazel joining forces, according to a source at the Elysee Palace.

From Barron's

Once on board, Macron will speak with the sailors serving in the carrier strike group, the Elysee said.

From Barron's

Separately, Macron on Monday morning spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the situation in the Middle East and Lebanon, the Elysee said.

From Barron's

In its statement, the Élysée Palace thanked des Cars for her commitment and expertise, saying Macron intends to entrust her with a role tied to France’s presidency of the Group of Seven industrial nations focused on cooperation among major museums.

From The Wall Street Journal