No. 4,309 in French

extrait

A "extrait" in French is an "extract" or "excerpt" in English.

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J'ai lu un extrait du roman hier soir.
I read a excerpt from the novel last night.
usage of 'extrait' as 'a passage or segment extracted from a larger written work'
Peux-tu me donner un extrait de ton parfum préféré?
Can you give me a sample of your favorite perfume?
usage of 'extrait' as 'a sample or concentrated essence, particularly in a fragrance context'
L'extrait de vanille est utilisé pour parfumer les gâteaux.
Vanilla extract is used to flavor cakes.
usage of 'extrait' as 'a substance obtained by extraction, specifically in culinary usage'

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