This is the 5257th most frequent French word.
anciens
"Anciens" means "former" or "ancient" depending on context.
The word 'anciens' is used here as an adjective meaning 'old' or 'former' to describe buildings that have existed for a long time in history.
Les anciens bâtiments dans le centre-ville ont été rénovés.
The old buildings in the city center have been renovated.
The word 'anciens' refers to people who were formerly students of this school, indicating prior association or membership.
Les anciens élèves de cette école organisent une réunion.
The alumni of this school are organizing a reunion.
In this sentence, 'anciens' is used to indicate artifacts that are historically old or from ancient times.