Het document
Example: Ik heb het document op mijn bureau gelegd.
Definition
"Het document" refers to a written or printed piece of information, often official or formal, that can be used to record, communicate, or provide evidence. It is typically a paper or digital file containing data, text, or images, such as a report or contract.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "het document" comes from the Latin word 'documentum,' meaning 'lesson' or 'example.' The term evolved to signify a written proof or record. Did you know? The root 'docere' in Latin means 'to teach,' highlighting the document's original role as a teaching aid.
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"Het document" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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