gifbeker

Dutch

Alternative forms

  • giftbeker (dated)

Etymology

Compound of gif +‎ beker.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɣɪfˌbeː.kər/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Hyphenation: gif‧be‧ker

Noun

gifbeker m (plural gifbekers, diminutive gifbekertje n)

  1. (literal) a poisoned chalice, a chalice that contains a poison
  2. (rare, figurative) a poisoned chalice (something that causes death or serious harm, frequently initially seen as beneficial)
    Synonym: vergiftigd geschenk
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