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Breton¹ Definition

Breton (bret′'n)

adjective

of Brittany or its people, language, or culture

Etymology: Fr, ult. same word as Briton

noun

  1. a person born or living in Brittany
  2. the Celtic language spoken in Brittany

Breton² Definition

Breton (brə tōn′)

Breton, André (än drā′) 1896-1966; Fr. poet & art critic: a founder of surrealism

Breton Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • motto: Only modern sundials made since 1950 have systematically breton mottoes.
  • dance: URL: http://www.leedsmusicscene.co.uk / Les Panards Dansants Les panards dansants page, french traditional music and breton dance in Leeds.

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