De verwonding
Example: De verwonding op zijn arm moest snel worden verzorgd.
Definition
"De verwonding" refers to an injury or wound, typically a physical harm to the body caused by an external force. It often requires medical attention to prevent infection and promote healing, as in the example phrase where an arm wound must be treated quickly.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de verwonding" comes from the verb "verwonden," meaning to wound or injure. It traces back to Middle Dutch and Old Dutch roots, related to the act of causing harm. Did you know? The root is connected to similar words in Germanic languages that describe injuries or hurt.
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"De verwonding" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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