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Devant

Part of Speech: Preposition

Devant is a preposition in the French language, which means "in front of" or "before" in English.

Sense 1:

Definition: In front of or before someone or something.

Example sentence: The cat sat devant the door, waiting to be let inside.

Sense 2:

Definition: In the presence or sight of someone or something.

Example sentence: The magician performed his tricks devant an amazed audience.

Sense 3:

Definition: In prominence or importance compared to others.

Example sentence: She always puts her studies devant any other activity.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Devant can also be used as an adjective in the French language.

Sense 1:

Definition: Being in front or ahead of someone or something.

Example sentence: The horse in the race finished in the devant position.

Sense 2:

Definition: Leading or foremost in a particular field or activity.

Example sentence: He established himself as a devant figure in the fashion industry.

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