leuning

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch loninge. Equivalent to leunen (“to lean”) +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈløː.nɪŋ/

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• Hyphenation: leu‧ning

Noun

leuning f (plural leuningen, diminutive leuninkje n)

1. bannister, rail (bar for support or safety)
2. side intended to lean/rest upon, particularly in furniture; e.g. an armrest or backrest

Derived terms

• armleuning
• rugleuning