hofhouding — meaning in English

English meaning

• court noun A place where legal cases are heard and judged, or the judge and officials who preside over such cases.
• retinue noun A group of assistants, guards, or followers accompanying an important person.

Senses

hofhouding is used for these senses in English:

• court The collective body of persons composing the retinue of a sovereign or person high in authority; all the surroundings of a sovereign in his regal state.
• retinue A group of attendants or servants, especially of someone considered important.

court — full definition

1. noun A place where legal cases are heard and judged, or the judge and officials who preside over such cases.
2. noun A marked area for playing games such as tennis, basketball, or volleyball.
3. noun An open area enclosed by walls or buildings; a courtyard.
4. verb To try to win someone's affection, favor, or business.

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