klokhuis

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch clochuus (“bell tower”). Equivalent to klok (“bell”) +‎ huis (“house, casing”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈklɔk.ɦœy̯s/
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  • Hyphenation: klok‧huis

Noun

klokhuis n (plural klokhuizen, diminutive klokhuisje n)

  1. the core (central part) of some fruit, containing the kernels or seeds
  2. (originally) a construction (building or part) which houses (a) bell(s) and/or where they are rung or cast (made)
  3. other things resembling the above by shape

Hyponyms

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