jantje

See also: Jantje

Dutch

Etymology

From the given name Jan (Dutch equivalent of John), via its derivate jan or directly from Jan's diminutive Jantje.

Pronunciation

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Noun

jantje n (plural jantjes)

  1. a (Dutch) marine or sailor

Synonyms

  • jantje-van-leiden n
  • Jantje Contrarie n
  • Jantje Precies n
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