vrijer

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Dutch

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Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈvrɛi̯.ər/
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  • Hyphenation: vrij‧er
  • Rhymes: -ɛi̯ər

Etymology 1

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From Middle Dutch vriër. Equivalent to vrijen +‎ -er.

Noun

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vrijer m (plural vrijers, diminutive vrijertje n, feminine vrijster)

  1. suitor
  2. lover, friend
  3. bachelor
  4. a large speculoos biscuit in the shape of a man, traditionally given to women by suitors
Derived terms
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Etymology 2

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See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Adjective

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vrijer

  1. comparative degree of vrij