poppenkast

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈpɔ.pə(n)ˌkɑst/

noun
Definitions
  • (literally) A portable puppet theatre and puppets for use in it.
  • A puppet-show, notably of the Punch and Judy type.
  • (figuratively) A bad, excessive or hilarious 'show', pointlessly theatrical conduct.

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish pop (doll, puppet) + Dutch, Flemish kast (cupboard, case, closet, cabinet, close, casing).

Origin

Dutch (Brabantic)

kast

Gloss

cupboard, case, closet, cabinet, close, casing

Concept
Semantic Field

The house

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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