Millimetternich

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Borrowed from German Millimetternich, in reference to Dollfuss's diminutive stature. Equivalent to a blend of millimetre +‎ Metternich.

Proper noun[edit]

Millimetternich

  1. (derogatory) Nickname for Engelbert Dollfuss, Austrofascist dictator of Austria.

German[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Blend of Millimeter (“millimetre”) +‎ Metternich, in reference to Dollfuss's diminutive stature.

Proper noun[edit]

Millimetternich m (proper noun, strong, genitive Millimetternichs)

  1. (derogatory) Nickname for Engelbert Dollfuss, Austrofascist dictator of Austria.
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