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verdun

/vɛʁ.dœ̃/

Traduction: Nom propre désignant la bataille de Verdun, une grande offensive allemande de 1916 pendant la Première Guerre mondiale, marquée par des pertes extrêmement lourdes et une résistance française acharnée autour de la ville de Verdun, en France.

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/vɛʁ.dœ̃/C1formal
  • frNom propre désignant la bataille de Verdun, une grande offensive allemande de 1916 pendant la Première Guerre mondiale, marquée par des pertes extrêmement lourdes et une résistance française acharnée autour de la ville de Verdun, en France.

A proper noun referring to a major battle of World War I that took place in 1916 near the city of Verdun, France, characterized by extremely heavy casualties and a prolonged German offensive that was ultimately halted by French forces.

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  1. Battle of VerdunB2formal

    A major battle of World War I fought in 1916 between the German and French armies, known for its extreme length and high casualties.

    frBataille de Verdun

    • The Battle of Verdun lasted for nearly ten months.
    • Verdun became a symbol of French national determination.
    • Many soldiers lost their lives in the trenches at Verdun.
  2. City in FranceB2formal

    A city in northeastern France, on the Meuse River, historically significant for its fortifications and the World War I battle.

    frVerdun

    • Verdun is located in the Grand Est region of France.
    • The city of Verdun has a long military history.
    • Tourists visit Verdun to see the battlefields and memorials.