De regel
Example: De regel over het recht op privacy is belangrijk.
Definition
"De regel" refers to a rule or regulation that governs behavior or procedures, often established to maintain order or ensure fairness. For example, in the phrase 'De regel over het recht op privacy is belangrijk,' it highlights a specific rule regarding the right to privacy.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de regel" originates from the Old Dutch word 'regel,' which itself comes from the Latin 'regula,' meaning a straight stick or ruler used for measuring. Did you know that the word 'regel' evolved to mean a principle or guideline, much like how a ruler provides a standard measure?
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"De regel" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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