Dutch edit

Etymology edit

From Middle Dutch achterdeel. Equivalent to achter +‎ deel.

Pronunciation edit

  • IPA(key): /ˈɑx.tərˌdeːl/
  • (file)
  • Hyphenation: ach‧ter‧deel

Noun edit

achterdeel n (plural achterdelen, diminutive achterdeeltje n)

  1. back part, hindmost part
  2. butt, buttocks
  3. (obsolete) damage, harm
  4. (obsolete) disadvantage
    Synonym: nadeel

Derived terms edit