No. 8,811 in French
bornes
Limits or boundary markers.
In a sentence
Les bornes kilométriques le long de cette route indiquent la distance.
The milestones along this road indicate the distance.
Here, 'bornes' refers to 'kilométriques', indicating physical markers that display distances between locations.
Nous devons rester dans les bornes de la courtoisie lors de cette discussion.
We must stay within the bounds of courtesy during this discussion.
In this context, 'bornes' metaphorically refers to limits or boundaries, indicating an abstract concept of acceptable behavior.
Il est essentiel de recharger ma voiture électrique à une borne de recharge.
It is essential to charge my electric car at a charging station.
Here, 'borne' refers to a device or station used for charging, showing its application in modern technology.
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