This is the 5058th most frequent Dutch word.
hoogheemraadschap
A regional water authority in the Netherlands responsible for water management, flood control, and maintaining waterways.
The word 'hoogheemraadschap' is used here to denote the local water authority responsible for managing water levels and infrastructure.
Het hoogheemraadschap onderhoudt de dijken en sluizen.
The water board maintains the dikes and locks.
In this context, 'hoogheemraadschap' refers to the administrative building or organization of the water board.
Tijdens de vergadering bij het hoogheemraadschap werden nieuwe plannen besproken.
During the meeting at the water board, new plans were discussed.
Here, 'hoogheemraadschap' highlights its historical significance and long-standing presence in the Netherlands as an institution.