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Etymology

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From opstoten. Equivalent to op +‎ stoot.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈɔp.stoːt/
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  • Hyphenation: op‧stoot

Noun

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opstoot m (plural opstoten, diminutive opstootje n)

  1. (chiefly diminutive) uproar, riot, brawl (unruly gathering of people with altercations)
  2. (Belgium) outbreak, outburst (rapid development of a disease or symptoms)
  3. (boxing, martial arts) uppercut
    Synonym: uppercut