burgwal

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From Middle Dutch borchwal. Equivalent to burg +‎ wal.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈbʏrx.ʋɑl/
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  • Hyphenation: burg‧wal

Noun[edit]

burgwal m (plural burgwallen, diminutive burgwalletje n)

  1. defensive wall in a city; a city wall or citadel wall