Thermidor Definition
Ther·mi·dor (t̸hʉr′mə dôr′; Fr ter mē dō̂r′)
noun
- the period in the French Revolution, beginning with the downfall of Robespierre (Jul 27, 1794) during which national reaction against Revolutionary excess, esp. of the Reign of Terror, shifted emphasis to moderation and the restoration of order
- any such period of reaction
Etymology: Fr, the eleventh month (Jul 19-Aug 17) of the French Revolutionary calendar < Gr thermē, heat (see warm) + dōron, gift
Thermidor Related Forms
Ther′·mi·do′·rian (-dôr′ē ən) adjective
Thermidor Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
classic: Week 5 Poaching brill in red wine sauce, opening oysters, pan-frying Sea bass and the classic lobster thermidor.
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