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leuning

Pronunciation: /ˈløː.nɪŋ/

“leuning” is a Dutch word. Its 2 meanings in English:

noun

  1. bannister, rail (bar for support or safety)
  2. side intended to lean/rest upon, particularly in furniture; e.g. an armrest or backrest

Etymology

From Middle Dutch loninge. Equivalent to leunen (“to lean”) + -ing.

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