De import
Example: De import van goederen is essentieel voor de economie.
Definition
"De import" refers to the act or process of bringing goods or services into a country from abroad for the purpose of trade or sale. It is an essential economic activity that allows countries to access products not produced domestically.
Etymology
The term "de import" comes from the Dutch word 'import', which itself originates from the Latin 'importare', meaning 'to bring in'. This Latin word combines 'in-' (into) and 'portare' (to carry). Did you know? The concept of import has been fundamental in trade and commerce for centuries, shaping economies worldwide.
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"De import" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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