turnverein

See also: Turnverein

English

Etymology

From German turnen (“to exercise”) + Verein (“a union”).

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˈtʊə(ɹ)nvəˌɹaɪn/

Noun

turnverein (plural turnvereins)

A gymnastic or athletic club, originally those promoting German culture. They originated in the 19th century and spread from Germany to the USA, where a small number still exist, at least in name.

References

“turnverein”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam, 1913, →OCLC.

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