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Pierrefonds

American  
[pyer-fawn] / pyɛrˈfɔ̃ /

noun

  1. a former city in S Quebec, Canada, now part of Montreal.


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"Then has there been a falling-off in the pools of Pierrefonds?"

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By an abrupt turn of the road we came suddenly in view of the enormous castle of Pierrefonds and the little town, which is known for its sulphur baths, and only frequented in summer.

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For forty years Saint Germain has been in a state of restoration, and like the restoration of Pierrefonds it has swallowed up fantastic sums.

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"Nothing could happen more fortunately, my young friend," replied Porthos; "I have eight thousand livres sent me this morning from Pierrefonds; and if you want any money—" "No, I thank you; it is not money."

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No, I'm afraid not; I can't go to Pierrefonds to-day.

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