Definition of French colonial in English:
French colonial
adjective ˌfrɛn(t)ʃ kəˈləʊnɪəl
Designating a style of architecture characteristic of former French colonies, often associated with timber-frame construction and a porch running the length of the front of the building; belonging to or characteristic of this style.
noun ˌfrɛn(t)ʃ kəˈləʊnɪəl
The French colonial style of architecture.
Origin
Mid 19th century. From French + colonial.
Definition of French colonial in US English:
French colonial
adjectiveˌfrɛn(t)ʃ kəˈləʊnɪəl
Designating a style of architecture characteristic of former French colonies, often associated with timber-frame construction and a porch running the length of the front of the building; belonging to or characteristic of this style.
nounˌfrɛn(t)ʃ kəˈləʊnɪəl
The French colonial style of architecture.
Origin
Mid 19th century. From French + colonial.