This is the 2606th most frequent French word.
matignon
"Matignon" refers to a cooking term meaning a mirepoix-style preparation of small diced vegetables, often used to flavor dishes.
Here, 'Matignon' indicates the physical location of the Prime Minister's residence.
À côté de Matignon, il y a un charmant jardin que peu de gens connaissent.
Next to Matignon, there is a lovely garden that few people know about.
In this case, 'Matignon' is used metonymically to represent the Prime Minister's Office and authority.
C'est une décision prise directement depuis Matignon, selon les journalistes.
This is a decision made directly from Matignon, according to journalists.
In this sentence, 'Matignon' refers to the residence and office of the Prime Minister of France.