also: アヴァンゲール
noun
pre-WWII generation
Refers to the generation that lived before World War II, often used in historical or cultural contexts. A French loanword from 'avant-guerre'.
from French avant-guerre
アバンゲールの世代は、戦後の価値観に戸惑うことが多かった。
The pre-WWII generation often felt bewildered by post-war values.
noun
pre-WWI artistic thought
Used in art history to describe artistic movements and ideas before World War I. A specialized term.
この展覧会では、アバンゲールの芸術思想を紹介している。
This exhibition introduces pre-WWI artistic thought.