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Etymology

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From dagvaarden (to summon) +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈdɑxˌfaːr.dɪŋ/
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  • Hyphenation: dag‧vaar‧ding

Noun

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dagvaarding f (plural dagvaardingen, diminutive dagvaardinkje n)

  1. A summons, formal request/order to come/appear
  2. (law) A subpoena, writ requiring someone to appear in court, e.g. to give testimony
    Synonym: dagvaart
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