valreep

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈvɑl.reːp/

noun
Definitions
  • (dated) rope ladder; originally a single rope with knots
  • (nautical) opening in a ship's railings
  • (by extension) accommodation ladder

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish vallen (fall) + Dutch, Flemish reep.

Origin

Dutch (Brabantic)

reep

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