Dutch

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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Literally, lower bank” or “lower shore.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˌlaː.ɣər ˈʋɑl/

Noun

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lager wal m (uncountable)

  1. lee shore

Usage notes

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There is no plural attested for this form, but lagerwal does have the rare plural lagerwallen.

Derived terms

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Descendants

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  • West Frisian: legerwâl (calque)