Dutch

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Etymology

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From Middle Dutch wachthuus. Equivalent to wacht or wachten +‎ huis.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈʋɑxt.ɦœy̯s/
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  • Hyphenation: wacht‧huis

Noun

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wachthuis n (plural wachthuizen, diminutive wachthuisje n)

  1. guardhouse
  2. (chiefly diminutive) guard booth, sentry-box

Descendants

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  • Negerhollands: wachthoes