schans

Dutch

Etymology

From German Schanze; cognate with English sconce.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /sxɑns/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Hyphenation: schans
  • Rhymes: -ɑns
  • Homophone: Schans

Noun

schans f (plural schansen, diminutive schansje n)

  1. a sconce or a similar type of fortification
  2. a ramp
    1. a platform or ramp used for ski jumpers (or any similar sport) to gain elevation during their jumps

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Descendants

  • Afrikaans: skans
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