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French
Etymology
Inherited from Old French estreine, inherited from Latin strēna.
Pronunciation
Noun
étrenne f (plural étrennes)
- (obsolete) the first sale of the day made by a shopkeeper, merchant etc.
- (rare) the first time something is used/worn/done
- (in the plural) New Year's gift; Christmas present (especially when talking to a child)
- Et que veux-tu pour tes étrennes? ― And what would you like for Christmas?
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