Dutchman

American  

[duhch-muhn] / ˈdʌtʃ mən /

noun

plural

Dutchmen

1. a native or inhabitant of the Netherlands.

2. (lowercase) a piece or wedge inserted to hide the fault in a badly made joint, to stop an opening, etc.

3. Theater. a narrow strip of canvas to conceal the join between two flats.

4. Slang: Sometimes Offensive. a term used to refer to a German.

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Dutchman British  

/ ˈdʌtʃmən /

noun

1. a native, citizen, or inhabitant of the Netherlands

2. a piece of wood, metal, etc, used to repair or patch faulty workmanship

3. derogatory an Afrikaner

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Sensitive Note

As used to refer to a German, the term Dutchman was originally standard English. But around the time of World War I, it became a slang term of contempt for the enemy. Its use nowadays is still sometimes perceived as insulting.

Etymology

Origin of Dutchman

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; Dutch, man

Example Sentences

The 27-year-old Dutchman missed three match darts in the 10th leg which allowed Littler to level the score with a 136 checkout.

From BBC

How many Dutchmen would go along with them?

From Literature

"All too familiar," the Bayern X account shared in reference to the Dutchman.

From BBC

"It's never nice they are frustrated because usually fans are not frustrated after you win," the Dutchman said.

From BBC

"The other day when we read something about one guy that said to everyone that he's probably going to leave and doesn't care about the situation they're in," added the 24-year-old Dutchman.

From BBC