fan
nounmasculine/ˈlɛkɨ/medium
le·que
Definitions
1A handheld device, typically foldable, used to create a current of air for cooling.
She cooled herself with a lace fan.
In the era before air conditioning, the fan was essential.
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Common collocations
fold a fanwave a fandecorative fanpaper fan
2A diverse set of options, possibilities, or items within the same category.
The company offers a wide range of services.
The course has a varied range of subjects.
Common collocations
range of productsbroad rangeprice rangeexpand the range
Etymology
Do francês 'leque', por sua vez do malaio 'layar' (vela).