De uitzondering
Example: Deze regel heeft altijd een uitzondering in de praktijk.
Definition
"De uitzondering" refers to a case or instance that does not follow the general rule or norm, especially in philosophical contexts where it highlights an anomaly or deviation from established principles. For example, in practice, a rule often has "de uitzondering" that challenges its universality.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de uitzondering" comes from the verb 'uitzonderen,' meaning 'to except' or 'exclude,' combined with the noun-forming suffix '-ing.' It literally means 'the exception,' reflecting something set apart from the usual pattern. Did you know that the concept of exceptions has been crucial in philosophy to question and refine universal laws?
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"De uitzondering" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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