De toevoeging
Example: De toevoeging van nieuwe informatie kan het begrip verbeteren.
Definition
"De toevoeging" refers to the act or result of adding something extra to a whole, such as new information or an element, in order to improve or enhance it. It often indicates an addition that contributes positively to understanding or completeness.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de toevoeging" comes from the verb "toevoegen," meaning 'to add.' It combines "toe," meaning 'to' or 'towards,' and "voegen," meaning 'to join.' Did you know? The root "voegen" is related to the English word 'fuse,' both implying joining or combining.
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"De toevoeging" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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