hoofman

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Etymology

From Dutch hoofdman, from Middle Dutch hôvetman. Equivalent to hoof +‎ man.

Pronunciation

Noun

hoofman (plural hoofmanne, diminutive hoofdmannetjie)

  1. chief, chieftain, leader, ringleader