No. 5,358 in Dutch
kwartiermaker
A "kwartiermaker" is a pioneer or forerunner who prepares and organizes conditions for a new project, initiative, or organization.
In a sentence
De kwartiermaker leidde de eerste stappen van het project.
The pioneer led the initial steps of the project.
Used metaphorically to describe a key person initiating activities.
Als kwartiermaker organiseerde zij de bijeenkomst voor nieuwe medewerkers.
As a coordinator, she organized the meeting for new employees.
Here, it refers to a person preparing for new arrivals.
De kwartiermaker zorgde dat alle faciliteiten gereed waren voor het evenement.
The facilitator ensured that all facilities were ready for the event.
Indicates a preparative role for the upcoming event.
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