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German
Etymology
From Jungfer (“virgin”) + Kranz (“wreath”).
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈjʊŋfərnˌkran(t)s/,
Noun
Jungfernkranz m (strong, genitive Jungfernkranzes, plural Jungfernkränze)
- (chiefly historical) a wreath, chaplet, garland, usually of myrtle, worn by maidens at festivals
- Synonym: Myrtenkranz
Usage notes
- The tradition is now restricted to brides and girls going to First Communion (except perhaps as part of certain traditional costumes in folklore).
Declension
Declension of Jungfernkranz
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