winterhaven

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of winter +‎ haven. First attested in the 18th century.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈʋɪn.tərˌɦaː.və(n)/
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  • Hyphenation: win‧ter‧ha‧ven

Noun

winterhaven f (plural winterhavens)

  1. winter harbour (harbour where ships can safely spend the winter)

Descendants
  • Afrikaans: winterhawe
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