No. 1,751 in Dutch
vlees
Meat.
In a sentence
Ik koop elke week vers vlees van de slager.
I buy fresh meat from the butcher every week.
Here, 'vlees' refers to fresh meat intended for consumption, showcasing its use as a noun for food.
Veganisten eten geen vlees om dierlijk leed te vermijden.
Vegans do not eat meat to avoid animal suffering.
In this sentence, 'vlees' emphasizes dietary habits, and its usage demonstrates a specific type of food avoided in vegan practices.
Sommige mensen vinden dat verteld vlees van het verhaal ontbreekt.
Some people think that the essence of the story is missing.
Here, 'vlees' is used metaphorically, meaning 'essence' or 'substance', showcasing its figurative application beyond its physical meaning.
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