godshuis

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From Middle Dutch godshuus. Equivalent to god (“god”) +‎ -s- (“house”, genitival interfix) +‎ huis.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈɣɔts.ɦœy̯s/
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  • Hyphenation: gods‧huis

Noun[edit]

godshuis n (plural godshuizen, diminutive godshuisje n)

  1. A house of worship (building for religious services).
  2. (now Belgium) A hospice, a charitable institution providing housing to the elderly, the infirm, etc.
    Synonym: gasthuis
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