ritmeester

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From Middle Dutch ritmeester, from Middle High German [Term?]. Equivalent to rit +‎ meester.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈrɪtˌmeːs.tər/
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  • Hyphenation: rit‧mees‧ter

Noun[edit]

ritmeester m (plural ritmeesters)

  1. (military) A rittmaster, a cavalry officer of a rank equivalent to captain.