Dutch

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Etymology

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Compound of sturen (to steer) or stuur (steering wheel) +‎ huis (house).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈstyːr.ɦœy̯s/
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  • Hyphenation: stuur‧huis

Noun

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stuurhuis n (plural stuurhuizen, diminutive stuurhuisje n)

  1. (nautical) wheelhouse, bridge
  2. (automotive) part of a steering system that transfers motion from the steering wheel to the drive axle; steering box, steering gear
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