bebouwde kom

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

First attested as a fixed expression in the early nineteenth century, initially used in political and legal jargon about zoning.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /bəˈbɑu̯.də ˈkɔm/

Noun[edit]

bebouwde kom f (uncountable)

  1. built-up area
    Synonym: kom