watergeus

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Dutch[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

Watergeus (superseded)

Etymology[edit]

Compound of water +‎ geus.

Pronunciation[edit]

IPA^(key): /ˈʋaː.tərˌɣøːs/
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Hyphenation: wa‧ter‧geus

Noun[edit]

watergeus m (plural watergeuzen)

(historical) An insurrectionist during the early stage of the Dutch Revolt who was active at sea; a Sea Beggar, a Water Beggar.

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