Verwijderen
Example: Ik wil de oude bestanden verwijderen van mijn computer.
Definition
"Verwijderen" means to remove or take away something, often referring to deleting or getting rid of unwanted items, such as files from a computer. It implies making something no longer present or accessible.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "verwijderen" comes from the prefix "ver-" which often indicates removal or separation, combined with "wijderen," related to the idea of moving away or distancing. Did you know? The word shares roots with similar verbs in Germanic languages that imply pushing or pulling away.
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"Verwijderen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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