De grensovergang
Example: We moesten lang wachten bij de grensovergang naar België.
Definition
"De grensovergang" refers to a border crossing point where travelers or goods pass from one country to another. It is a designated location with customs and immigration controls, often found at international boundaries, facilitating regulated transit between nations.
Etymology
The word "de grensovergang" is Dutch, composed of "grens" meaning 'border' and "overgang" meaning 'crossing' or 'passage.' The term straightforwardly describes the act or place of crossing a border. Did you know that the concept of border crossings became widely formalized with the rise of nation-states and international travel regulations?
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"De grensovergang" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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the border crossing