baaierd

Dutch

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈbaːi̯.ərt/

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• Hyphenation: baai‧erd

Etymology 1

First attested in the 17th century. Etymology uncertain, perhaps from baaierd, beierd, which might be related to Middle French bayart or Old French baaillier.

Noun

baaierd m (plural baaierds or baaierden)

1. (religion) the primordial chaos before creation
2. (by extension) chaos

   Synonyms: chaos, warboel

3. diverse set

Descendants

• Afrikaans: baaierd

Etymology 2

Noun

baaierd m (plural baaierds or baaierden)

1. (historical) An institution that provided temporary shelter to poor strangers.

Alternative forms

• beierd