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des

des
of the (genitive, masculine/neuter)
From Lesson 335:Genitive relics (des, der)·Dutch

Usages of des

Het decreet werd plechtig in naam des konings ondertekend.
The decree was solemnly signed in the name of the king.
In naam des konings benoemen wij u tot dit ambt.
In the name of the king, we appoint you to this office.
De vader werd het hoofd des gezins genoemd.
The father was called the head of the family.
De tand des tijds heeft het decreet beschadigd.
The ravages of time have damaged the decree.

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