bouwval

Dutch

Etymology

From bouw +‎ val. Possibly back-formed from bouwvallig. Compare German Baufall.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈbɑu̯.vɑl/
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  • Hyphenation: bouw‧val

Noun

bouwval m (plural bouwvallen, diminutive bouwvalletje n)

  1. A ruin, a ramshackle building.
    Synonym: ruïne

Descendants
  • Afrikaans: bouval
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