Words from French [Part 3]

Question 1

liaison (n)

Answer 1

A person who helps two parties communicate

Example:
The prime minister was wary of meeting foreign dignitaries, so he used his trusted advisor as a liaison.

Question 2

envoy (n)

Answer 2

A messenger, usually on a diplomatic mission

Example:
During medieval times, being an envoy was a perilous job, given the constant threats from bandits.

Question 3

sans (prep)

Answer 3

Typically a facetious way of saying “without.”

Example:
A roundabout way of saying naked is “sans clothing.”

Question 4

filial (adj)

Answer 4

Relating to the obligations of a son or daughter

Example:
Her filial devotion was evident as she cared for her aging parents with great love and respect.