rouwrand

Dutch

Etymology

First attested in the 19th century. Compound of rouw (“mourning”) +‎ rand (“border, edge”).

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈrɑu̯.rɑnt/

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• Hyphenation: rouw‧rand

Noun

rouwrand m (plural rouwranden, diminutive rouwrandje n)

1. A black border on a piece of paper (often on envelopes) to signify mourning.
2. (by extension) A connotation of grief to an event or occasion.