Question 1

What is the definition of the French word "timbre"?

Accepted Answer

First person singular present indicative of 'timbrer'.
Third person singular present indicative of 'timbrer'.
First person singular present subjunctive of 'timbrer'.
Third person singular present subjunctive of 'timbrer'.
Second person singular imperative of 'timbrer'.

Question 2

Where does the French word "timbre" come from?

Accepted Answer

from Latin 'tympanum' (drum), see 'tympan' which gives 'timbre' ('tambour' used in the Middle Ages), (1374) 'immobile bell struck by a hammer', (1858) 'metal cap struck by a small hammer or vibrator, playing the role of a bell.'

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