"Target" as a French word?

[Jim Parish]

Paul Zebe asked:
> Can anyone tell me about "Target" (the store) pronounced as a French word?
> That pronunciation has reportedly been used in the Nashville area within the
> past 10 years.  Could it be a joke played on a New England schoolmarm by her
> Southern students?

One of my sisters, who lives in Orange County CA, uses that
pronunciation sardonically. I know of no connection between her and
Tennessee, although I could ask.

Jim Parish