Het wachtwoord
Example: Vergeet niet het wachtwoord voor je computer.
Definition
"Het wachtwoord" refers to a secret word or phrase used to gain access to a computer, system, or account, ensuring security and preventing unauthorized entry. It acts as a key that verifies the identity of the user before permitting access.
Etymology
The Dutch term "het wachtwoord" combines "wacht," meaning watch or guard, and "woord," meaning word. Together, they form the concept of a 'watch word' or 'password,' a term historically used to signal a secret phrase for identification or access.
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"Het wachtwoord" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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