huisdier

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Dutch

Alternative forms

Etymology

From huis (house, home) +‎ dier (animal).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɦœy̯s.diːr/
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  • Hyphenation: huis‧dier

Noun

huisdier n (plural huisdieren, diminutive huisdiertje n)

  1. domestic animal
  2. pet
    Synonyms: gezelschapsdier, troeteldier

Descendants

  • West Frisian: húsdier (calque)