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courant Definition and Meaning in English (courant definition)

noun
Synonyms:newspapergazettebulletin
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Courant definition: An archaic or literary term for a newspaper or a news bulletin.

Definitions of Courant

  1. 1noun

    An archaic or literary term for a newspaper or a news bulletin.

  2. 2noun

    A lively court dance popular in the 16th and 17th centuries, characterized by running and gliding steps.

  3. 3adjective

    Flowing or running, especially in a current; current or present.

Example Sentences

formal

“The old scholar often referred to the daily courant for news of the city.”

casual

“The orchestra played a lively courant, inviting the dancers to the floor.”

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