Reynard: meaning, definitions and examples

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reynard

 

[ หˆreษชnษ‘rd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

literature, folklore

Reynard is a character in European folklore, often depicted as a cunning fox who symbolizes cleverness and trickery. The tales of Reynard the Fox are part of a larger tradition that portrays anthropomorphized animals engaging in witty and sometimes deceitful behavior. These stories often serve to criticize societal norms and human characteristics through the lens of animal behavior. Reynard has been featured in various literary works throughout history, particularly in medieval literature, where he is often presented in conflict with other animal characters.

Synonyms

deceiver, fox, trickster

Examples of usage

  • The stories of Reynard the Fox teach lessons about cunning and wit.
  • In the fable, Reynard outsmarts his opponents.
  • Reynard has become a symbol of the trickster archetype.
  • The character of Reynard appears in numerous adaptations and retellings.

Translations

Translations of the word "reynard" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น raposa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ‹เคฎเคกเคผเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fuchs

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rubah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะธั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lis

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ญใƒ„ใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท renard

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zorro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tilki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ฌ์šฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุซุนู„ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ liลกka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lรญลกka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‹็‹ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lisica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ refur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฏะปะบั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tรผlkรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ zorro

Word origin

The term 'Reynard' originates from the Old French name 'Renart', which is derived from the Germanic name 'Reginhard'. It became popular in medieval literature, especially with the publication of 'Reynard the Fox', a collection of fables that depicted the adventures of a clever fox outwitting other animals. The stories of Reynard were influential in shaping the tradition of animal fables in European storytelling and have been adapted across various cultures and languages. The character has also transcended his literary origins, becoming a symbol of cunning and wit in various modern contexts, illustrating the enduring nature of his narrative in the cultural consciousness.