gul
Meaning
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- generous, unselfish
- unsparing, plentiful
- hearty, cordial
Concepts
Synonyms
scheutig
rijkelijk
offervaardig
opofferingsgezind
onzelfzuchtig
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ɣʏl/
Etymology
Uncertain. Probably cognate with West Frisian gol (“kind of heart”), Middle English gulle (“friendly”). A relation to gutsen has been suggested.
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