klopje

Dutch

Etymology

Uncertain, perhaps in reference to Christ who knocked (kloppen) at the door of a woman's heart.

Pronunciation

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Noun

klopje f (plural klopjes)

(obsolete) An unmarried woman who has dedicated her life to service to the Church.

Synonyms

klopzuster
kwezel
geestelijk maagd
geestelijk dochter

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