volmacht

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Dutch

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Etymology

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From Middle Dutch volmacht, possibly influenced by Middle High German. Equivalent to vol +‎ macht. Compare German Vollmacht.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈvɔl.mɑxt/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Hyphenation: vol‧macht

Noun

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volmacht f (plural volmachten)

  1. plenipotence, full authority or power.
  2. (law) power of attorney, proxy.

Derived terms

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Descendants

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  • Negerhollands: volmacht
  • Indonesian: polmah