rouwrand

Dutch

Etymology

First attested in the 19th century. Compound of rouw (“mourning”) +‎ rand (“border, edge”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈrɑu̯.rɑnt/
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  • Hyphenation: rouw‧rand

Noun

rouwrand m (plural rouwranden, diminutive rouwrandje n)

  1. A black border on a piece of paper (often on envelopes) to signify mourning.
  2. (by extension) A connotation of grief to an event or occasion.
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