paris
Definition
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.
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
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a town in northeastern Texas
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(Greek mythology) the prince of Troy who abducted Helen from her husband Menelaus and provoked the Trojan War
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sometimes placed in subfamily Trilliaceae
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the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce
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