schouw

See also: Schouw

Dutch

Pronunciation

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Etymology 1

Unclear. Possibly derived from schouden, schouwen (“to wash with hot water”).

Noun

schouw f (plural schouwen, diminutive schouwtje n)

  1. fireplace
    Synonyms: haard, open haard
  2. (Belgium) chimney
    Synonym: schoorsteen

Etymology 2

From Middle Dutch schoude, from Old Dutch *scalda.

Noun

schouw f (plural schouwen, diminutive schouwtje n)

  1. pole-driven boat
  2. ferry

Etymology 3

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Verb

schouw

  1. inflection of schouwen:
    1. first-person singular present indicative
    2. (in case of inversion) second-person singular present indicative
    3. imperative
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