moederschip

Dutch

Etymology

First attested in the 19th century. Compound of moeder +‎ schip, possibly a calque.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈmu.dərˌsxɪp/

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• Hyphenation: moe‧der‧schip

Noun

moederschip n (plural moederschepen)

1. mothership (ship functioning as a base for other vessels)