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orleans

/ɔːrˈliː.ənz/

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noun

/ɔːrˈliː.ənz/B2formal
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее город в центральной части Франции на реке Луара, исторически значимый осадой Орлеана (1428–1429), которая была снята Жанной д'Арк в 1429 году.

A proper noun referring to a city in north central France on the Loire River, historically significant for the siege of Orleans (1428–1429) which was relieved by Joan of Arc in 1429.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. City in FranceB2formal

    A historic city located on the Loire River in north-central France, known for its role in the Hundred Years' War.

    ruОрлеан

    • Orleans is famous for its connection to Joan of Arc.
    • The city of Orleans was a key strategic location during the medieval period.
    • Many tourists visit Orleans to see its historic architecture.
  2. Siege of OrleansC1formal

    A significant military siege that took place from 1428 to 1429, where English forces besieged the city until it was relieved by Joan of Arc.

    ruОсада Орлеана

    • The Siege of Orleans was a turning point in the Hundred Years' War.
    • Joan of Arc led the French army to lift the siege of Orleans.
    • The relief of Orleans in 1429 boosted French morale significantly.