Provence

American  

[praw-vahns, pruh-vahns] / prɔˈvɑ̃s, prəˈvɑns /

noun

1. a region in SE France, bordering on the Mediterranean: formerly a province; famous for medieval poetry and courtly traditions.

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Provence British  

/ prɔvɑ̃s /

noun

1. a former province of SE France, on the Mediterranean, and the River Rhône: forms part of the administrative region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Example Sentences

Greeting guests is a photo of Château de La Colle Noire, Monsieur Dior’s Provence estate while large windows and a large terrace allow for guests to soak up the California sun while overlooking the city.

From Los Angeles Times

Her schedule listed a 30-minute walk-through at the pier with the mayor, followed by a nail salon appointment and dinner at Bleu Provence, which serves wagyu short ribs and seared foie gras.

From Salon

In a wide-ranging interview, the 33 year-old, who plays for Provence in the French second division, said:

From BBC

The Pennsylvania Republican asked Heinrich for her hand in marriage in a lavender field in Provence, France, according to People.

From Los Angeles Times

Marseille Provence airport has been closed for the rest of Tuesday.

From BBC