broodwinner

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈbroːtˌʋɪ.nər/

noun
Definitions
  • financial provider for the entire family, the person who bring home the brings home the bacon; breadwinner

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish brood (bread) + Dutch, Flemish winner.

Origin

Dutch (Brabantic)

winner

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