Het document
Example: Het document uit de geschiedenis bevat belangrijke informatie over oorlogen.
Definition
"Het document" refers to a written or printed record that preserves important historical information. It is used to describe any official or formal piece of paper that contains data or evidence related to events, such as wars or significant historical moments.
Etymology
The word "het document" originates from the Latin word 'documentum,' meaning 'lesson' or 'example.' It entered Dutch through French, where 'document' also denotes an official record or text. Did you know? The original Latin root implies that documents were meant to teach or provide proof.
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"Het document" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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