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Oeil de Boeuf

Description:

Oeil de Boeuf is a French term that translates to "bull's eye" in English. It is commonly used to describe a circular or oval window with a decorative frame, resembling the eye of a bull. This architectural feature is typically found in historical buildings and adds a unique charm to the overall design.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

An oeil de boeuf refers to a circular or oval window, often set with multiple panes of glass and adorned with intricate designs.

Example sentence: The old castle had beautiful oeil de boeuf windows that allowed natural light to fill the room.

Sense 2 (Noun):

Oeil de Boeuf can also refer to a type of pastry in French cuisine. It is a round puff pastry filled with cream or jam.

Example sentence: I indulged in a delicious oeil de boeuf pastry at the local bakery for breakfast.

Sense 3 (Noun):

In French slang, oeil de boeuf can be used as an idiom to describe a black eye that someone has acquired due to a physical altercation.

Example sentence: He got into a fight at the bar and ended up with an oeil de boeuf as a result.

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