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Etymology

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Compound of zon (Sun) +‎ aanbidden (to worship) +‎ -er.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈzɔn.aːnˌbɪ.dər/
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  • Hyphenation: zon‧aan‧bid‧der

Noun

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zonaanbidder m (plural zonaanbidders, feminine zonaanbidster)

  1. An avid, habitual sunbather; a sun worshipper.
    Dit strand is erg geliefd door zonaanbidders.
    This beach is very well-liked by hardcore sunbathers.
  2. (now uncommon) A Sun worshipper, one who worships the Sun or a sungod.
    De oude Egyptenaren waren verstokte zonaanbidders.
    The ancient Egyptians were die-hard Sun worshippers.