Definitions

1. noun

A person of Dutch nationality or descent, especially a sailor or a ship’s captain from the Netherlands, typically characterized by a distinctive hat or other traditional clothing.

“The Dutchman was a seasoned sailor who had spent his entire life at sea.”

2. noun

A type of heavy-duty rope or cable, typically made of wire or fibre, used for mooring or towing ships.

“The dockworker secured the ship with a thick Dutchman to prevent it from drifting.”

3. noun

A person who is perceived as being deceitful or untrustworthy, often due to their nationality or cultural background.

“The other sailors distrusted the Dutchman, who they thought was trying to cheat them.”