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German
Etymology
From Middle High German knouf, from Old High German knouf, from Proto-Germanic *knaupaz, one of several kn- words related to *knuttô (“knot”).
Cognate with Dutch knoop. Also related with German Knopf, Dutch knop and further with German Knubbel, Dutch knobbel, English knob.
Pronunciation
Noun
Knauf m (strong, genitive Knaufes or Knaufs, plural Knäufe)
- knob, doorknob, stud
Usage notes
- Though generally understood, the word is rare in some regions, including western Germany. Knopf or Türknopf is used instead.
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Further reading
- “Knauf” in Duden online
- “Knauf” in Digitales Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache