jonker

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈjɔŋ.kər/

noun
Definitions
  • A young male noble, often lacking a knighthood or a noble title of his own.
  • An untitled nobleman; baron, squire.
  • (navy) Title of address for midshipmen and cadets.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle Dutch joncker.

Origin

Middle Dutch

joncker

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