schikking

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch schickinge. Equivalent to schikken +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈsxɪ.kɪŋ/
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  • Hyphenation: schik‧king
  • Rhymes: -ɪkɪŋ

Noun

schikking f (plural schikkingen, diminutive schikkinkje n)

  1. arrangement, layout
  2. compromise
    Synonyms: compromis, vergelijk
  3. (law) settlement agreement
    Synonyms: dading, vaststellingsovereenkomst

Hyponyms

  • gerechtelijke schikking (court-ordered settlement)
  • minnelijke schikking (out-of-court settlement)