bouwpaus

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of bouwen (“to build”) +‎ paus (“pope”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈbɑu̯.pɑu̯s/
  • Hyphenation: bouw‧paus

Noun

bouwpaus m (plural bouwpausen, diminutive bouwpausje n)

  1. A pope known for being (having been) an avid builder, a builder pope.
  2. (derogatory, informal) A construction magnate.
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