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that is [1 record]

Record 1 2013-09-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Translation (General)
DEF

A formula introducing or following an explanation or further clarification.

OBS

that is; i.e.: term and abbreviation to be used by the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Traduction (Généralités)
DEF

Locution conjonctive annonçant une équivalence de sens ou une définition, une traduction.

OBS

c'est-à-dire; c-à-d : terme et abréviation d'usage obligatoire au ministère de la Défense nationale et dans les Forces canadiennes.

OBS

i. e. : L'emploi de l'abréviation «c'est-à-dire» est préférable.

Spanish

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