zoldering

Dutch

Etymology

From zolderen +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈzɔl.dəˌrɪŋ/
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  • Hyphenation: zol‧de‧ring

Noun

zoldering f (plural zolderingen, diminutive zolderingetje n)

  1. ceiling, dropped ceiling
  2. the floorboard that separates the attic from the rest of the building

Usage notes

Any ceiling that can be used as a floor to walk on is typically called plafond.

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