English Explanatory Dictionary

turnverein

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A gymnastic or athletic club, originally those promoting German culture. They originated in the 19th century and spread from Germany to the USA, where a small number still exist, at least in name.

Pronunciation

/ˈtʊə(ɹ)nvəˌɹaɪn/

Word forms

turnverein turnvereins

Etymology

From German turnen (“to exercise”) + Verein (“a union”).

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