French flat

noun

, British Theater.

1. a flat that can be raised to or hung from the flies, and that contains practicable doors, windows, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of French flat¹

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

“So, I resort to the great old elegant English and French flat lace-up shoe brands — Crockett & Jones and Paraboot.”

From New York Times

The 28-year-old Boudot won the prestigious Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe race two years ago on Waldgeist and claimed his third French flat racing title last year.

From Seattle Times

More rolling than the day before, on “French flat”, repeated small climbs and descents which look innocuous on the profile, but take their toll.

From The Guardian

Unless there is a strong side wind, this will be another bunch sprint after another day of “French flat”, but with a difference; a pattern will be emerging in the overall battle and whichever team is best placed will play a role in controlling the stage.

From The Guardian

“French flat”: the kind of rolling roads that do not look tough but where fatigue builds over the days, particularly when you have a run of stages over 200km.

From The Guardian