De container
Example: De container staat vol met oude meubels en dozen.
Definition
"De container" refers to a large, durable container designed for storing or transporting goods, waste, or materials. It is commonly used for holding items temporarily or for shipping purposes, such as in the phrase: 'De container staat vol met oude meubels en dozen.'
Etymology
The word "de container" originates from the English word 'container,' which itself comes from the Latin 'continere,' meaning 'to hold together.' It was adopted into Dutch to describe large storage or transport units, especially in logistics and waste management. Did you know? The concept of containers revolutionized shipping in the mid-20th century.
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"De container" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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