hoogstand

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈɦoːx.stɑnt/

noun
Definitions
  • (gymnastic) An erect handstand.
  • (figurative) A tour de force, a skillful or impressive feat, an extraordinary achievement.

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish hoog (high) + Dutch, Flemish stand (estate, stand, standing, position, class, stock).

Origin

Dutch (Brabantic)

stand

Gloss

estate, stand, standing, position, class, stock

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