Civiel
Example: De civiele rechten van de burgers moeten worden beschermd.
Definition
"Civiel" is an adjective used to describe matters related to citizens or civil society, often referring to rights, duties, or affairs that belong to private individuals rather than the military or religious sectors. For example, "civiel" rights refer to the rights of citizens that must be protected by law.
Etymology
The word "civiel" originates from the Latin word 'civilis,' meaning 'relating to citizens.' It entered Dutch through Old French 'civil,' carrying the meaning associated with citizens and their societal roles. Did you know? The root 'civis' in Latin means 'citizen,' which is foundational for many words related to society and law.
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"Civiel" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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