ketting

Definitions of ketting
  1. noun
    a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament
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    ankerketting
    the chain or rope that attaches an anchor to a vessel
    beugeltas
    a chain formerly worn at the waist by women; for carrying a purse or bunch of keys etc.
    horlogeketting
    short chain or ribbon attaching a pocket watch to a man's vest
    trekker
    a chain (usually with a handle at the end) that is pulled in order to operate some mechanism (e.g. to flush a toilet)
    sneeuwketting
    chain attached to wheels to increase traction on ice or snow
  2. noun
    a necklace made by a stringing objects together
    synonyms: halsketting, halssieraad, halssnoer
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    collier
    jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
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