Stromp

Central Franconian

Etymology

From German Strumpf with adaptation to the Central Franconian phonetic system, possibly via Rhine Franconian dialects, at any rate spread from the south northward.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ʃtʀomp/

Noun

Stromp m (plural Strömp or Stremp, diminutive Strömpche or Strempche)

1. (most dialects) stocking

Usage notes

• The forms with -ö- are Ripuarian, those with -e- are Moselle Franconian.

Synonyms

• Hoss (archaic)