schurk

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Dutch

Etymology

Borrowed from German Schurke.

Attested since at least 1701.

Pronunciation

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  • Rhymes: -ʏrk

Noun

schurk m (plural schurken, diminutive schurkje n)

  1. (derogatory) scoundrel, villain

Derived terms

Descendants

  • Berbice Creole Dutch: skorku

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