spitsstrook

Dutch (Brabantic)

/ˈspɪt.stroːk/

noun
Definitions
  • A lane or shoulder on a road, esp. a highway, that is open to traffic during rush hour.

Etymology

Compound from Dutch, Flemish spits (apex, pointed, peak) + Dutch, Flemish strook (lane).

Origin

Dutch (Brabantic)

strook

Gloss

lane

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