transcription, транскрипция: [ ā-mē-näⁿs-ˈgrēz ]
noun
( plural éminences grises same )
Etymology: French, literally, gray eminence, nickname of Père Joseph (François du Tremblay) died 1638 French monk and diplomat, confidant of Cardinal Richelieu who was known as Éminence Rouge red eminence; from the colors of their respective habits
Date: 1925
1. : a confidential agent ; especially : one exercising unsuspected or unofficial power
2. : a respected authority ; specifically : elder statesman
the éminence grise of classical music