maatstaf

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈmaːt.stɑf/

noun
Definitions
  • measure, rule solid object used to measure length or distance
  • (figurative) standard, criterion

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish maat (measure, size, mate, partner, friend, bar, colleague, helper) + Dutch, Flemish staf (stick, staff).

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Dutch (Brabantic)

staf

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stick, staff

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