watergeus

Dutch

Alternative forms

Etymology

Compound of water +‎ geus.

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

Noun

watergeus m (plural watergeuzen)

  1. (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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