speelhuis

Dutch edit

Etymology edit

From Middle Dutch speelhuus. Equivalent to speel +‎ huis.

Pronunciation edit

IPA^(key): /ˈspeːl.ɦœy̯s/
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Hyphenation: speel‧huis

Noun edit

speelhuis n (plural speelhuizen, diminutive speelhuisje n)

casino, playhouse
Synonym: casino
(obsolete) seedy pub, similar to a sleazy cabaret or nightclub
(now chiefly diminutive) pavilion, summerhouse, gazebo

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