No. 12,332 in French
épis
"Épis" means "ears" (of grain or corn).
In a sentence
Les épis de blé dans le champ brillent sous le soleil.
The wheat ears in the field shine under the sun.
In this sentence, 'épis' refers to 'spikes' or 'ears' of wheat, describing a botanical term often used in agriculture.
Son épingle était ornée de petits épis d'or.
Her pin was decorated with small golden spikes.
Here, 'épis' illustrates stylized or decorative representations of spikes, showcasing its use in artistic or ornamental contexts.
Il peigne ses cheveux en laissant un léger épi à l'avant.
He combs his hair leaving a slight tuft at the front.
In this instance, 'épi' is used to denote a tuft or section of hair, emphasizing its application in everyday appearance descriptions.
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