graftak

Dutch

Etymology

Originally from Amsterdam slang. Compound of graf (“grave”) +‎ tak (“branch, twig”).

Pronunciation

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Noun

graftak m (plural graftakken, diminutive graftakje n)

  1. (colloquial, somewhat coarse) bouquet, flower or plant on a grave
  2. (pejorative) nasty or ugly person (in particular an older one)
  3. (derogatory) dull, boring person

Synonyms

(plants on a grave):

  • grafboeket
  • grafstuk
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