ijs en weder dienende
Dutch
[edit]Etymology
[edit]Literally, “if ice and weather serve”; that is, "weather permitting" - an absolute construction. Traditionally used to express hope for suitable weather and ice thickness for ice skating, now more generalized in meaning, though remaining somewhat uncommon.
Interjection
[edit]- (idiomatic) if circumstances are suitable; Lord willing and the creek don't rise
- Synonym: (near-synonym) Deo volente