Paris

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:

    • The capital and largest city of France; an international center of culture and commerce: A major European city known for its history, art, fashion, and gastronomy.
    • (Greek mythology) The prince of Troy who abducted Helen from her husband Menelaus and provoked the Trojan War: A mythological figure whose actions led to a legendary war.
  2. Noun:

    • A town in northeastern Texas: A place name in the United States.
    • Sometimes placed in subfamily Trilliaceae: A taxonomic reference for a genus of plants (often referring to the herb Paris, such as Herb Paris).
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun (City):
    • We flew to Paris for a week of sightseeing.
    • Paris is famous for the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum.
  • Proper noun (Mythology):
    • The story says Paris awarded the golden apple to Aphrodite.
    • The abduction of Helen by Paris started the Trojan War.
  • Noun (Place):
    • He was born in Paris, Texas.
  • Noun (Botany):
    • The Paris plant can be found in this woodland.
Advanced Usage
  • "Parisian": Relating to or characteristic of Paris.
    • She has a very Parisian sense of style.
  • "Paris agreement": A specific international treaty on climate change, named for the city where it was adopted.
    • The country signed the Paris Agreement.
Variants and Related Words
  • Parisian (noun): A native or inhabitant of Paris.
    • The Parisians were very friendly.
  • Parisian (adjective): Of or relating to Paris.
    • We enjoyed the Parisian cafes.
Synonyms
  • City of Light: A common nickname for Paris.
  • The French capital: Another way to refer to Paris.
  • Alexander (Mythology): An alternative name for the prince Paris in some sources.
Related Phrases
  • "Paris syndrome": A psychological condition affecting some visitors to Paris.
    • Few tourists actually experience Paris syndrome.
  • "Paris fashion week": A major fashion event held in the city.
    • The new collection debuted at Paris Fashion Week.
Related Idioms
  • "To take Paris": An idiom meaning to achieve a very difficult or prestigious goal.
    • Winning that contract was like taking Paris for our small company.
Noun
  1. a town in northeastern Texas
  2. (Greek mythology) the prince of Troy who abducted Helen from her husband Menelaus and provoked the Trojan War
  3. sometimes placed in subfamily Trilliaceae
  4. the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce