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The phrase literally translates to "foot on the ground". This is said to be because ''pied a terres'' were traditionally ground-floor apartments. However, more likely, the meaning of the phrase is "to have a foothold", cf. "one foot in the grave"; "terre" (ground) referring to (a different) territory, rather than elevation. A ''pied a terre'' doesn't have to be owned by its user; one could be said to have a ''pied a terre'' in France with a family member or a mistress, if the ''pied a terre'' can be used at a whim, in the way of a second home. SEE ALSO
The plural of Pied á terre is Pieds á terre. |
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