De schatkist
Example: De piraten verstopten de schatkist op het eiland.
Definition
"De schatkist" refers to a chest or box used historically to store and protect valuable items such as gold, jewels, or coins, often associated with pirates or treasure hunting. It symbolizes a secure container for precious treasures.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de schatkist" combines "schat," meaning treasure, and "kist," meaning chest or box. Together, they literally mean 'treasure chest.' Did you know that this term evokes images of pirate lore and hidden riches, often depicted in stories and legends?
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"De schatkist" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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