la fleur au fusil

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French

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Etymology

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Literally, [with] the flower on the rifle.

Pronunciation

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Adverb

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la fleur au fusil

  1. (figuratively) in a jolly manner, merrily, light-heartedly, insouciantly, blithely
    Synonym: guillerettement
  2. (figuratively) boldly, bravely and enthusiastically