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Herten

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Etymology

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First attested as hercena and hertra in the mid-11th century. Etymology unknown. Potential derivations include a derivation from Proto-Indo-European *kar- (shining, protruding) or Proto-Germanic *haruth- (woodland) with pre-Germanic t. No relationship with Herten near Recklinghausen.

See also Limburgish Herte.

Pronunciation

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Proper noun

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Herten n

  1. A village and former municipality of Roermond, Limburg, Netherlands

Derived terms

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References

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  • van Berkel, Gerard, Samplonius, Kees (2018) Nederlandse plaatsnamen verklaard (in Dutch), Mijnbestseller.nl, →ISBN