ov-chipkaart

Dutch

Alternative forms

  • ov-chip (clipping), ov-kaart (clipping), OV-chipkaart (proscribed)

Etymology

Genericized trademark from OV-chipkaart, equivalent to ov (public transport) +‎ chipkaart (smart card, chipcard).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /oːveːˈtʃɪpkaːrt/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Hyphenation: ov-chip‧kaart

Noun

ov-chipkaart m or f (plural ov-chipkaarten, diminutive ov-chipkaartje n)

  1. (Netherlands) A nationwide contactless smart card used to pay for journeys on all public transport systems in the Netherlands

Synonyms

  • ov-chippas
  • ov-pas