opstap

See also: op stap

Dutch

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈɔp.stɑp/

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• Hyphenation: op‧stap

Etymology 1

Deverbal from opstappen.

Noun

opstap m (plural opstappen, diminutive opstapje n)

1. (usually diminutive) upwards step; small elevation that requires one step to climb

   Coordinate term: afstap

   Pas op het opstapje wanneer u de kamer binnengaat.

   Mind the step when entering the room.

2. (figuratively) stepping stone (as a way to progress)

Etymology 2

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Verb

opstap

1. first-person singular dependent-clause present indicative of opstappen

Anagrams

• oppast, past op, stap op