dispensatie

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch dispensatie, from Middle French dispensation, from Latin dispensātiō.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌdɪs.pɛnˈzaː.(t)si/

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• Hyphenation: dis‧pen‧sa‧tie

Noun

dispensatie f (plural dispensaties)

1. dispensation, absolution, leave (relaxation or exemption from rules, duties, etc.)

   Synonyms: ontheffing, vrijstelling

2. (Christianity) distinctive historical period typified by a particular dominant empire, according to apocalyptic theories