broeibak

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of broeien +‎ bak. First attested in the 18th century.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈbrui̯.bɑk/
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  • Hyphenation: broei‧bak

Noun

broeibak m (plural broeibakken, diminutive broeibakje n)

  1. a rectangular container with one or more lids on the top containing windows, used in growing plants
    Synonym: kweekbak