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Le protocole
A masculine noun for the formal code of diplomatic conduct. "Le chef du protocole" is the official who runs it. Note the second sense, an annex to a treaty, as in "le protocole de Kyoto".
Examples in context
Le protocole exige une tenue de cérémonie.
Protocol requires formal dress.
Le chef du protocole accueille les chefs d'État.
The chief of protocol greets the heads of state.
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