This is the 6941st most frequent Dutch word.
afgezet
"Afgezet" means "removed," "deposed," or "blocked," depending on context.
In this sentence, 'afgezet' is used in the context of physically blocking access to an area with barriers.
De demonstranten hebben de straten afgezet met hekken.
The protesters blocked off the streets with barriers.
Here, 'afgezet' is used metaphorically for organized placement or arrangement.
Mijn baas heeft gisteren de oude schilderijen tegen nep kunst ingewisseld en afgezet.
My boss exchanged and placed the old paintings yesterday to protect them from counterfeit art.
In this sentence, 'afgezet' signifies the act of removing someone from a position or authority.