Here is a list of words that have been borrowed from the French language. You may also enjoy these crossword puzzles that are based on this list.

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1) canoe: A light, slender boat that has pointed ends and is propelled by paddles. 2) resent: To feel indignantly aggrieved at. 3) chef: A cook, especially the chief cook of a large kitchen staff. 4) envelope: A flat, folded paper container, especially for a letter. 5) coward: One who shows ignoble fear in the face of danger or pain. 6) pumpkin: a fruit widely associated with Halloween 7) identity: The distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity, individuality 8) plaque: A film of mucus and bacteria on a tooth surface 9) category: A specifically defined division in a system of classification, a class. 10) resume' : A brief account of one's professional or work experience and qualifications 11) trophy: A prize or memento, such as a cup or plaque, received as a symbol of victory 12) satellite: An object launched to orbit Earth or another celestial body. 13) statue: A likeness sculpted, modeled, carved, or cast in material such as stone, clay or bronze. 14) massacre: The act of killing a large number of human beings indiscriminately and cruelly 15) stethoscope: tool used by a doctor to hear a heartbeat 16) turquoise: Color. A light to brilliant bluish green. 17) fortress: especially a large, permanent military stronghold that often includes a town. 18) aviation: The operation of aircraft. 19) rendezvous: A meeting at a prearranged time and place 20) scandal: A publicized incident that brings about disgrace or offends moral sensibilities 21) chauffeur: One employed to drive a private automobile 22) pilot: One who operates or is licensed to operate an aircraft in flight 23) retire: To withdraw from one's occupation, business, or office, stop working 24) citizen: A person entitled by birth or naturalization to the protection of a state or nation. 25) pessimism: A tendency to stress the negative or unfavorable or to take the gloomiest possible view 26) platform: a stage for public speaking or a landing alongside railroad tracks 27) baton: A hollow metal rod with a heavy rubber tips that is twirled by a drum majorette 28) republic: A political order in which elected officers represent the general public 29) debris: The scattered remains of something broken or destroyed 30) device: A contrivance or an invention serving a particular purpose 31) caffeine: a stimulant found in coffee 32) emotion: a strong feeling 33) gravity: The force of attraction exerted by a celestial body upon objects at or near its surface 34) caramel: A smooth, chewy candy made with sugar, butter, cream or milk, and flavoring. 35) district: A division of an area, as for administrative purposes. 36) banquet: A ceremonial dinner honoring a particular guest or occasion. 37) coupon: a ticket or advertisement, that entitles the bearer to certain benefits 38) pottery: Ware, such as vases, pots, bowls, or plates, shaped from moist clay and hardened by heat. 39) hotel: An establishment that provides lodging for travelers and other paying guests. 40) espionage: The act or practice of spying or of using spies to obtain secret information 41) grenade: A missile designed to be thrown by hand or deployed by a specially equipped launcher 42) blouse: A woman's or child's loosely fitting shirt that extends to the waist or slightly below 43) patriot: One who loves, supports, and defends one's country.

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