koude kant

== Dutch == === Alternative forms === kouwe kant (informal) === Etymology === Literally, “cold side” of a family, from the stereotypical lack of affection from in-laws. === Noun === koude kant m (plural koude kanten, no diminutive) (idiomatic, usually with "de") the family of one's spouse; one's in-laws Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see koud,‎ kant.