ambiances
|am-bi-an-ces|
B2
/ˈæmbiənsɪz/
(ambiance)
atmosphere of a place
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambiance' originates from French, specifically the word 'ambiance', where 'ambi-' meant 'around' and '-ance' was a suffix indicating a state or quality.
Historical Evolution
'ambiance' was borrowed directly from the French word 'ambiance' and has retained its meaning in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the surrounding atmosphere or environment', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the character and atmosphere of a place.
The restaurant had a cozy ambiance.
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Last updated: 2025/07/09 20:21