bouwpaus

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈbɑu̯.pɑu̯s/

noun
Definitions
  • A pope known for being (having been) an avid builder, a builder pope.
  • (derogatory) A construction magnate.

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish bouwen (build, cultivate, till, farm, construct) + Dutch, Flemish paus (pope).

Origin

Dutch (Brabantic)

paus

Gloss

pope

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