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Dutchman
DUHCH-muhn
Dutchman (name) means a term for a native or inhabitant of the Netherlands, and historically a nickname for U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Example: “The old Dutchman ran a windmill museum by the canal.”
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A term for a native or inhabitant of the Netherlands, and historically a nickname for U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
"The old Dutchman ran a windmill museum by the canal."
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Etymology
From Middle English Ducheman, equivalent to Dutch + -man.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Dutchman” mean?
The word “Dutchman” means a term for a native or inhabitant of the Netherlands, and historically a nickname for U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
How do you pronounce “Dutchman”?
“Dutchman” is pronounced DUHCH-muhn (/ˈdʌt͡ʃmən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dutchman” in a sentence?
Here is “Dutchman” used in a sentence: “The old Dutchman ran a windmill museum by the canal.”
What part of speech is “Dutchman”?
“Dutchman” is a name.
Where does the word “Dutchman” come from?
The word “Dutchman” comes from Middle English. From Middle English Ducheman, equivalent to Dutch + -man.
