De handhaving
Example: De handhaving van de regels is essentieel voor veiligheid.
Definition
"De handhaving" refers to the act or process of enforcing laws, rules, or regulations to ensure compliance. It involves monitoring and taking necessary actions to maintain order and uphold standards, such as in the phrase 'De handhaving van de regels is essentieel voor veiligheid.'
Etymology
The word "de handhaving" comes from Dutch, combining 'hand' meaning 'hand' and 'having' derived from 'houden,' meaning 'to hold.' Together, it suggests the idea of 'holding in hand' or maintaining control, which fits its meaning related to enforcement and upholding rules.
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"De handhaving" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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