dieu

n. m. 'god'

From Classical Latin 'deus', meaning 'god'.


Etymon

God, deity

Historical Pronunciation

2000 - Mod. Fr.
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[djø]
1500 - Cl. Fr.
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[djøw]
1200 - Mid. Fr.
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[dieu]
300 - L. Lat.
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[deus]

Latin Root

deus

Plural: dieux. Used in expressions like Mon Dieu! (My God!).