buitenwerk

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Dutch

Etymology

Compound of buiten +‎ werk.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈbœy̯.tə(n)ˌʋɛrk/
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  • Hyphenation: bui‧ten‧werk

Noun

buitenwerk n (plural buitenwerken, diminutive buitenwerkje n)

  1. (countable) an outwork, a separate smaller fortification serving to enhance the defence of another fortification
  2. (uncountable) work outside, outdoor work