schapenkop

== Dutch == === Alternative forms === schapekop (superseded spelling) === Etymology === Compound of schaap (“sheep”) +‎ kop (“cup”, “head”). It is not entirely clear why inhabitants of Dordrecht are referred to by this name; various colorful aetiological stories have been adduced by folk etymologists. === Pronunciation === === Noun === schapenkop m (plural schapenkoppen, diminutive schapenkopje n) (literally) a sheep's head (idiomatic) an inhabitant of Dordrecht Synonym: Dordtenaar ==== Usage notes ==== Like kaaskop (“cheesehead, Dutch person”), this term can be used positively as well as negatively.