blokhuis

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch blochuus (“blockhouse, bulwark”). Equivalent to blok +‎ huis.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈblɔk.ɦœy̯s/
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  • Hyphenation: blok‧huis

Noun

blokhuis n (plural blokhuizen, diminutive blokhuisje n)

  1. (historical) a blockhouse (wooden stand-alone fortification)
  2. (rare) a log cabin
    Synonym: blokhut
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