hoogstand

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of hoog +‎ stand.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈɦoːx.stɑnt/
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  • Hyphenation: hoog‧stand

Noun

hoogstand m (plural hoogstanden, diminutive hoogstandje n)

  1. (gymnastic) An erect handstand.
  2. (figurative, chiefly diminutive) A tour de force, a skillful or impressive feat, an extraordinary achievement.
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