akkerman

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch ackerman. Equivalent to akker (“agricultural field”) +‎ man (“man”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈɑ.kərˌmɑn/
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  • Hyphenation: ak‧ker‧man

Noun

akkerman m (plural akkermannen, diminutive akkermannetje n)

  1. (archaic) farmer specialised in the cultivation of crops
    Synonym: akkerbouwer
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