fil d'Ariane

French

Etymology

A reference to Ariadne's thread in Greek mythology.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /fil d‿a.ʁjan/

Noun

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

See also

• fil conducteur