De wond
Example: De wond moet goed worden schoongemaakt om infectie te voorkomen.
Definition
"De wond" refers to a break or opening in the skin or body tissue caused by injury. It requires proper cleaning and care to prevent infection and promote healing, as in the example phrase: 'De wond moet goed worden schoongemaakt om infectie te voorkomen.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "de wond" originates from Old Dutch 'wund' and is related to the German 'Wunde' and English 'wound.' It traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*wundō,' meaning an injury or sore. Did you know? The word has retained a similar form and meaning across many Germanic languages for centuries.
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"De wond" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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