Dutch–English dictionary

enten

(transitive) To add one substance to another.

enteren

(transitive, nautical) To (at least attempt to) capture an enemy ship by going alongside and grappling her, then invading her with a boarding party.

enterhaak

A tool with claws or hooks which is used to catch or hold something.

entering

The act of grappling. (uncountable)

entertainer

A person who entertains others, esp. as a profession, as a singer, actor, presenter, dancer, musician, magician, comedian, etc.

enthousiasme

Intensity of feeling; excited interest or eagerness.

enthousiast

With zealous fervor; excited, motivated.

enthymeem

(logic) A syllogism with a required but unstated assumption.

entomologe

A scientist who studies insects.

entomoloog

A scientist who studies insects.

entr’acte

(dated) A short act or piece between others, as in a play; a break between acts.

entree

A cover charge.

entrepreneur

A person who sets up a business; generally, a person who owns and manages a business and assumes its financial risks. [from 1762]

entresol

An intermediate floor or storey in between the main floors of a building; specifically, one that is directly above the ground floor which does not extend over the whole floorspace of the building, and so resembles a large balcony overlooking the ground floor; an entresol.

entstof

A substance given to stimulate a body's production of antibodies and provide immunity against a disease without causing the disease itself in the treatment, prepared from the agent that causes the disease (or a derivative of it; or a related, also effective, but safer disease), or a synthetic substitute; also, a dose of such a substance.

enumereren

To determine the amount of.

envelop

A paper or cardboard wrapper used to enclose small, flat items, especially letters, for mailing.

enz.

And so on: used to note that the rest of a list or piece of information has been left out on the assumption that it is similar or already known.

epicureeër

a follower of Epicurus and Epicureanism

epicurisch

Of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism, his philosophy.

epicurisme

(sometimes, _, proscribed) Synonym of hedonism, general pursuit of pleasure, particularly refined and knowledgeable enjoyment of good food, drink, and similar sensual pleasures.

epicurist

a follower of Epicurus and Epicureanism

epicuristisch

Of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism, his philosophy.

epidemiologie

(sciences) The branch of science dealing with the spread and control of diseases, viruses, concepts etc. throughout populations or systems.

epidemisch

(figurative) Like an epidemic: widespread in a bad way.

epiduraal

(anatomy, relational) Situated on or outside the dura mater.

Epifanie

A en given name.

epigrafie

The study or decipherment of inscriptions, especially of ancient ones.

epigrammatisch

having the characteristics of an epigram

epilepsie

(pathology) A medical condition in which the sufferer experiences seizures (or convulsions) and blackouts.

epiloog

A brief oration or script at the end of a literary piece; an afterword

episch

Momentously heroic; grand in scale or character

episcopaat

The office or function of a bishop.

episode

An incident, action, or time period standing out by itself, but more or less connected with a complete series of events.

epitheton

A term used to characterize a person or thing.

epitrachelion

(Eastern Orthodoxy) The liturgical vestment worn by priests and bishops of the Eastern Orthodox Church as the symbol of their priesthood, corresponding to the Western stole.

epoch

(countable) A particular period of time in history, as distinguished from others.

epos

An extended narrative poem in elevated or dignified language, celebrating the feats of a deity, demigod (heroic epic), other legend or traditional hero.

equator

(geography, often, _, “the Equator”) An imaginary great circle around Earth, equidistant from the two poles, and dividing earth's surface into the northern and southern hemispheres.

equatoriaal

(geography) Of, near, or relating to the equator.

equinoctiaal

(astronomy) Of or relating to the spring or autumnal equinox.

equinox

One of two times in the year (one in March and the other in September) when the length of the day and the night are equal, which occurs when the sun is directly overhead at the equator; this marks the beginning of spring in one hemisphere and autumn in the other.

equivalent

One who or that which resembles another.

equivocatie

(logic) A logical fallacy resulting from the use of multiple meanings of a single expression.

er

(added to a proper noun) Suffix denoting a resident or inhabitant of (the place denoted by the proper noun); used to form a demonym.

er een handvat aanzetten

(transitive) To fit a handle to (a tool or weapon).

er naast liggend

Lying next to, close, or contiguous; neighboring; bordering on.

er op kunnen rekenen

(transitive) To be sure of something; to be able to count on something.

er van op aan kunnen

(transitive) To be sure of something; to be able to count on something.

er vanonder muizen

(intransitive, slang) To leave quickly or in a hurry; to depart, flee. [from 19th c.]

er vanonder trekken

(intransitive, slang) To leave quickly or in a hurry; to depart, flee. [from 19th c.]

era

(countable) A particular period of time in history, as distinguished from others.

eraan denken

To not forget (to do something required)

erbarmelijk

Dire; distressing.

erbarmen

(uncountable) Forgiveness or compassion, especially toward those less fortunate.

erbij zijn

(slang) Caught in the act of doing something one shouldn't do.

erectie

(uncountable, physiology, of a penis or clitoris) The state or quality of being erect from engorgement with blood.

eredienst

A religious rite or ritual.

eren

(transitive) To think of highly, to respect highly; to show respect for; to recognise the importance or spiritual value of.

ereprijs

A plant of the genus Veronica

eresalvo

A salute paid by a simultaneous, or nearly simultaneous, firing of a number of cannon.

ereteken

An accolade or mark of honour.

eretitel

A term of respect; respectful language.

erewoord

A promise; an oath or guarantee. [from 10th c.]

erf

A small, usually uncultivated area adjoining or (now especially) within the precincts of a house or other building.

erf-

Of a title, honor or right: legally granted to somebody's descendant after that person's death.

erfdeel

(countable) That which a person is entitled to inherit, by law or testament, such as the part of an estate (i.e., a portion).

erfdienstbaarheid

(law, property law) An interest in land which grants the legal right to use another person's real property (real estate), generally in order to cross a part of the property or to gain access to something on the property (right of way).

erfelijk

Caused by genes.

erfelijkheid

Hereditary transmission of the physical and genetic qualities of parents to their offspring; the biological law by which living beings tend to repeat their characteristics in their descendants.

erfelijkheidsleer

(biology) The branch of biology that deals with the transmission and variation of inherited characteristics, in particular chromosomes and DNA.

erfenis

An inheritance; property that may be inherited.

erfgenaam

Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.

erfgename

Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.

erfgoed

A tradition; a practice or set of values that is passed down from preceding generations through families or through institutional memory.

erfrecht

(property law) The return of an estate to the donor or grantor after expiry of the grant.

erfstuk

A valued possession that has been passed down through the generations.

erg

To a great extent or degree.

erg vinden

(chiefly, in the imperative) To pay attention or heed to so as to obey; hence to obey; to make sure, to take care (that). [from 17th c.]

ergens

In or at any location.

ergens heen

To (in the direction of) any location.

erger

(for non-slang definitions)

ergeren

(transitive) To disturb or irritate, especially by continued or repeated acts; to bother with unpleasant deeds.

ergerlijk

Vexing, humiliating; eliciting indignation or bitterness.

ergernis

(archaic, countable, uncountable) Vexation; irritation of mind; rage.

ergonomie

The science of the design of equipment, especially so as to reduce operator fatigue, discomfort and injury. [from c. 1950.]

ergonomisch

Of or relating to the science of ergonomics.

ergst

Most inferior; doing the least good.

Erik

A en given name.

erkennen

(transitive) To admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in.

erkenning

The act of acknowledging

erkentelijkheid

The act of recognizing in a particular character or relationship; recognition of existence, authority, truth, or genuineness.

Ernst

A en given name; popular in the 19th century.

ernstig

Without humor or expression of happiness; grave in manner or disposition

eroderen

To wear away by abrasion, corrosion, or chemical reaction.

erogeen

Sensitive to sexual arousal.

eromheen

In a circle around; all round; on every side of; on the outside of; around. [from before 1150]

erop staan

(with (that + indicative), or, intransitive, with on or upon) To hold up a claim emphatically.

erop volgen

(obsolete, transitive) To follow (in time), to be subsequent to. [15th–17th c.]

erosie

(sciences) The progressive removal of material by any of a variety of processes such as melting or vaporization under heat or chipping. [Mid 20th century.]

erotica

(uncountable) Erotic literature, art, decoration, or other such work.

erotisch

Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.

errata

(printing) An added page in a printed work where errors which are discovered after printing and their corrections (corrigenda) are listed.

ersatz

Something made in imitation; an effigy or substitute.

ertegen zijn

(intransitive) To disagree with or oppose something or someone; (especially in a Court of Law) to raise an objection.

erts

Rock or other material that contains valuable or utilitarian materials; primarily a rock containing metals or gems for which it is typically mined and processed.

ertslaag

A lode; a limited mass of rock bearing valuable mineral.

erudiet

Learned, scholarly, with emphasis on knowledge gained from books.

eruditie

Profound knowledge acquired from learning and scholarship.

eruitgooien

(computing, informal) To disconnect forcibly; to eject from an online service, conversation, etc.

eruittrappen

(computing, informal) To disconnect forcibly; to eject from an online service, conversation, etc.

erupteren

(intransitive) To eject something violently (such as lava or water, as from a volcano or geyser).

ervaren

(transitive) To observe certain events; undergo a certain feeling or process; or perform certain actions that may alter one or contribute to one's knowledge, opinions, or skills.

ervaring

The effect upon the judgment or feelings produced by any event, whether witnessed or participated in; personal and direct impressions as contrasted with description or fancies; personal acquaintance; actual enjoyment or suffering.

erwijs

Used to form adverbs from adjectives and nouns.

es

A tree of the genus Fraxinus, with compound leaves and a tough, flexible wood.

escaleren

(ambitransitive) To increase (something) in extent or intensity; to intensify or step up.

escapade

A daring or adventurous act; an undertaking which goes against convention.

escapetoets

(computing) escape key

escort

A hired escort or dancing partner for a woman.

esdoorn

A tree of the genus Acer, characterised by its usually palmate leaves and winged seeds.

eskadron

(military, historical, army) A body of cavalry comprising two companies or troops, averaging from one hundred and twenty to two hundred soldiers.

esker

A long, narrow, sinuous ridge created by deposits from a stream running beneath a glacier.

Eskimo

In, of, or relating to the Eskimo languages.

esoterie

The inward forms of faith and religion; transcendence, mystic experience, and internal realizations of the Divine.

esoterisch

Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest, or an enlightened inner circle.

esp

A poplar tree, especially of section Populus sect. Populus, of medium-size trees with thin, straight trunks of a greenish-white color.

espresso

A concentrated coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water under high pressure through finely ground coffee.

essai

(publishing) A written composition of moderate length, exploring a particular issue or subject.

essay

(publishing) A written composition of moderate length, exploring a particular issue or subject.

essayeren

(transitive) To analyze or estimate the composition or value of (a metal, ore etc.). [from 15th c.]

essayist

One who composes essays; a writer of short compositions.

esse

Used to form female equivalents.

essence

The concentrated form of a plant or drug obtained through a distillation process.

essenhout

(uncountable) The wood of this tree.

essentie

The inherent nature of a thing or idea.

essentieel

Necessary.

Est

(countable, rare) Any person from Estonia or someone descended from such people.

Ester

(biblical character) The heroine of the Book of Esther.

Esther

A en given name.

esthetica

The study or philosophy of beauty.

esthetiek

The set of artistic motifs defining a collection of things, especially works of art; more broadly, their aura or “vibe”.

esthetische

That which appeals to the senses.

Estisch

Of, from, or pertaining to the country of Estonia, its people or their language.

Estland

A country in northeastern Europe, on the southeastern coast of the Baltic Sea. Official name: Republic of Estonia.

Estlander

(countable, rare) Any person from Estonia or someone descended from such people.

Estlandse

(countable, rare) Any person from Estonia or someone descended from such people.

estrogeen

(steroid hormone) Any of a group of steroids that are secreted by the ovaries and function as female sex hormones.

Ests

Of, from, or pertaining to the country of Estonia, its people or their language.

estuarium

A coastal water body where ocean tides and river water merge, resulting in a brackish water zone.