De fout
Example: De fout in de software veroorzaakte een storing bij gebruikers.
Definition
"De fout" refers to an error or mistake, particularly in the context of IT, where it denotes a flaw or bug in software or systems that causes malfunctions or operational failures for users.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de fout" originates from the French word 'faute,' meaning a fault or error. It entered Dutch through Old French, carrying the same sense of a mistake or defect. Did you know? The term "fout" shares roots with the English word 'fault,' both tracing back to Latin 'fallita,' meaning failure or deception.
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"De fout" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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