wachthuis

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From Middle Dutch wachthuus. Equivalent to wacht or wachten +‎ huis.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈʋɑxt.ɦœy̯s/
  • (file)
  • Hyphenation: wacht‧huis

Noun[edit]

wachthuis n (plural wachthuizen, diminutive wachthuisje n)

  1. guardhouse
  2. (chiefly diminutive) guard booth, sentry-box

Descendants[edit]

  • Negerhollands: wachthoes