klokhuis

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch clochuus (“bell tower”). Equivalent to klok (“bell”) +‎ huis (“house, casing”).

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈklɔk.ɦœy̯s/

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• Hyphenation: klok‧huis

Noun

klokhuis n (plural klokhuizen, diminutive klokhuisje n)

1. The core (central part) of some fruit, containing the kernels or seeds
2. (originally) A construction (building or part) which houses (a) bell(s) and/or where they are rung or cast (made)
3. Other things resembling the above by shape

Hyponyms

• klokkentoren

Related terms

• klokkenluider
• klokvorm
• boothuis
• sterfhuis
• eenhuizig