cachet
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English [edit]
Etymology [edit]
From French cachet.
Pronunciation [edit]
Noun [edit]
Wikipedia cachet (plural cachets)
- A special characteristic or quality.
- I remember when this diner was a quiet hangout, but lately it seems to be losing its cachet.
- (archaic) A seal, as of a letter.
Usage notes [edit]
- (quality): This word is often used in the negative. e.g., to lose/be losing its/oneʼs cachet.
Synonyms [edit]
- (quality): charm, je ne sais quoi, magic touch, oomph, zing
French [edit]
Etymology [edit]
From Old French cacher.
Pronunciation [edit]
Noun [edit]
cachet m (plural cachets)
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Anagrams [edit]
Italian [edit]
Noun [edit]
cachet m (invariable)