fil d'Ariane

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French[edit]

Etymology[edit]

A reference to Ariadne's thread in Greek mythology.

Pronunciation[edit]

Noun[edit]

fil d’Ariane m (plural fils d’Ariane)

  1. (computing) breadcrumbs
  2. (diving) a distance line, penetration line, cave line, guide line
    Synonym: dévidoir
  3. (figuratively) a beacon, a breadcrumb trail
    Synonym: ligne directrice

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