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Polish
Etymology
Probably a univerbation of za + ułem. The noun itself is unattestated but its existence seems to be indicated by real derivative words, such as ulica, which comes from Proto-Slavic *ulica (originally a diminutive form with the suffix *-ica).
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /zaˈu.wɛk/
- Rhymes: -uwɛk
- Syllabification: za‧u‧łek
Noun
zaułek m inan
- alleyway, narrow street
- nook (hidden or secluded spot)
- Synonyms: zakamarek, zakątek
Declension
Derived terms
Further reading
- zaułek in Wielki słownik języka polskiego, Instytut Języka Polskiego PAN
- zaułek in Polish dictionaries at PWN