De gangstoel
Example: De gangstoel in het vliegtuig is comfortabel en breed.
Definition
"De gangstoel" refers to the aisle seat on an airplane, which is the seat located next to the walkway, allowing easier access for passengers to move in and out without disturbing others. It is often chosen for convenience during flights.
Etymology
The word "de gangstoel" comes from Dutch, where "gang" means aisle or corridor, and "stoel" means chair or seat. Combined, it literally means 'aisle seat.' This practical term is commonly used in Dutch aviation and travel contexts.
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"De gangstoel" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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