zijl

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Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch sijl, sile; cognate with German Siel. Some etymologists relate this word to zijgen, but there is no consensus on this point.

Pronunciation

Noun

zijl m (plural zijlen)

  1. (obsolete) Synonym of spuisluis (“drainage sluice”)

Usage notes

  • Though a common toponymic element, this word is not in use anymore in contemporary Dutch.

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