speelhol

From Wiktionary, the free dictionary
Jump to navigation Jump to search

Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Compound of speel +‎ hol.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈspeːl.ɦɔl/
  • (file)
  • Hyphenation: speel‧hol

Noun[edit]

speelhol n (plural speelholen, diminutive speelholletje n)

  1. illegal casino, gambling den
  2. (uncommon) a secluded area where children can play

Descendants[edit]

  • West Frisian: spylhoale (calque)