schans

Dutch

Etymology

From German Schanze; cognate with English sconce

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /sxɑns/
  • Audio(file)
  • Rhymes: -ɑns

Noun

schans c (plural schansen, diminutive schansje n)

  1. a sconce or a similar type of fortification
  2. a platform or ramp used for ski jumpers (or any similar sport) to gain elevation during their jumps

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