Schriin
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Limburgish[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From Middle Limburgish schrīn, schrīne, from Old Limburgish *scrīni, from Latin scrīnium.
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
Schriin m (plural Schriine̩, diminutive Schringke̩) (Rheinische Dokumenta spelling)
- cupboard
- (religion) an ornate case, typically but not necessarily wooden, to hold valuable things, especially relics
Usage notes[edit]
- Most common in the eastern dialects, becoming less common as you move West.