a short statement or phrase that encapsulates a general truth, principle, or rule of behavior, often offering guidance or wisdom
maxime, principe
a protective sheath for a sword, dagger, or other bladed weapon
schede, koker
a piece of fabric used to wrap a deceased person's body for burial or cremation
lijkwade , lijkwade
a task, duty, or responsibility that someone is required to fulfill, often implying a burden or difficulty associated with it
last, verantwoordelijkheid
a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category
monster, exemplaar
a privilege, advantage, or benefit that is obtained or enjoyed as a result of one's position, status, or relationship
voordeel, privilege
the act of surrounding the enemy, a town, etc. and cutting off their supplies so that they would surrender
belegering
a territory or area of land governed by a monarch or sovereign ruler
rijk, gebied
a large crack or fissure, especially in a glacier or ice sheet
scheur, kloof
a musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements
concert, concerto
the symbol & used in writing to signify the word 'and'
ampersand, en-teken
the front line or leading contingent of an army or military force
vanguard, voorhoede
a small remaining amount or part of a thing after it has been taken, used, etc.
residu, restant
an official responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific district or community
politieagent, constabele
the distance below the top surface of something
diepte, niveau
an individual who criticizes and attacks beliefs, ideas, customs, etc. that are generally cherished or accepted
iconoclast, traditiekriticus
a small opening that allows air, water, or other substances to flow into or out of a confined space or container
inlaat, opening
a dishonest individual who behaves outside of societal norms or laws, often engaging in deceitful or unlawful activities
schurk, oplichter
a woman who enjoys flirting or teasing romantic interest, often without intending a serious commitment
coquette