sleuf

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch slove, of unknown origin.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /sløːf/

• Audio:

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• Rhymes: -øːf

Noun

sleuf f (plural sleuven, diminutive sleufje n)

1. slit (narrow cut or opening; a slot)

   Synonym: gleuf

2. any long, narrow opening: trench, etc.

Derived terms

• sleufmachine