kartouw

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch cortouwe (late 15th century), from Middle French courtault (French courtaud). Compare German Kartaune.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈkɑr.tɑu̯/
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Noun

kartouw f or n (plural kartouwen, diminutive kartouwtje n)

  1. (historical) a type of early modern cannon
    Hypernym: kanon

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