What does pièce de résistance mean?

Definitions for pièce de résistance
pièce de ré·sis·tance

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. collector's item, showpiece, piece de resistancenoun

    the outstanding item (the prize piece or main exhibit) in a collection

  2. piece de resistancenoun

    the most important dish of a meal

Wiktionary

  1. piece de resistancenoun

    A masterpiece; the most memorable accomplishment of one's career or lifetime.

  2. Etymology: From pièce de résistance.

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  1. piece de resistance

    The term "pièce de résistance" is often used to refer to the most outstanding or impressive feature, element, or dish of a particular event, performance, artwork, or meal. It is derived from French and translates to "piece of resistance" in English. It signifies the focal point or main attraction that stands out and captivates attention due to its exceptional quality, significance, or skillful execution.

Wikidata

  1. Pièce de résistance

    Pièce de résistance is a French term, also called "plat de résistance" in France, translated into English literally as "piece of resistance," referring to the best part or feature of something, a showpiece, or highlight. It can be thought of as the portion of a creation that defies orthodox or common conventions and practices, thereby making the whole of the creation unique and special. The phrase gives the sense that the referred-to element is the most outstanding, notable, or defining of the collection. For example: Originally, the pièce de résistance was the most substantial dish in a meal, but now the term generally refers to quality, not quantity.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of pièce de résistance in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of pièce de résistance in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6


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