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Etymology

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Compound of lid +‎ woord. First attested in the late 17th century.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈlɪt.ʋoːrt/
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  • Hyphenation: lid‧woord

Noun

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lidwoord n (plural lidwoorden, diminutive lidwoordje n)

  1. (grammar) article [from late 17th c.]
    Synonyms: lid, voorlid

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Descendants

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  • Indonesian: kata sandang (calque)