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foyer

Definitions of foyer
  1. noun
    a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges
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    type of:
    point
    the precise location of something; a spatially limited location
  2. noun
    an apparatus for burning fuel (or refuse)
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    types:
    bec à gaz, brûleur à gaz
    burner such that combustible gas issues from a nozzle to form a steady flame
    bec à gaz, brûleur à gaz
    gas burner consisting of a circular metal pipe with several small holes through which gas can escape to be burned
    veilleuse
    small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner
    type of:
    appareil, appareillage
    equipment designed to serve a specific function
  3. noun
    a low-lying region in central France
    synonyms: centre
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    région, région française
    a geographical subdivision of France
  4. noun
    a building dedicated to a particular activity
    synonyms: centre
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    type of:
    bâtiment, construction, édifice
    a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
  5. noun
    home symbolized as a part of the fireplace
    synonyms: âtre
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    type of:
    chez-soi, domicile, maison d'habitation
    housing that someone is living in
  6. noun
    an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built
    synonyms: cheminée, âtre
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    types:
    feu, feu de cheminée, feu de l'âtre
    a fireplace in which a relatively small fire is burning
    type of:
    niche
    an enclosure that is set back or indented
  7. noun
    a large entrance or reception room or area
    synonyms: hall, salon d'attente
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    type of:
    pièce, salle
    an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
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