hoofman

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Etymology[edit]

From Dutch hoofdman, from Middle Dutch hôvetman. Equivalent to hoof +‎ man.

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Noun[edit]

hoofman (plural hoofmanne, diminutive hoofdmannetjie)

  1. chief, chieftain, leader, ringleader