Éierchen

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Luxembourgish

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Pronunciation

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Etymology 1

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From rebracketing of Néierchen, diminutive of Néier, archaic form of Nier (kidney). Perhaps reinforced by association with etymology 2 because kidneys may look like little ears. The neuter gender is secondary and due to the normal plural use. Compare German Nierchen (kidney as food).

Noun

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Éierchen n (plural Éiercher)

  1. (chiefly in the plural) kidney (as food)
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Etymology 2

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From Ouer +‎ -chen.

Noun

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Éierchen n (plural Éiercher)

  1. diminutive of Ouer (ear)