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Etymology
From Dutch hoofdman, from Middle Dutch hôvetman. Equivalent to hoof + man.
Pronunciation
Noun
hoofman (plural hoofmanne, diminutive hoofdmannetjie)
- chief, chieftain, leader, ringleader