Associations to the word «Polder»

Wiktionary

POLDER, noun. (geography) An area of ground reclaimed from a sea or lake by means of dikes. [from 17th c.]
POLDER MODEL, noun. A form of consensus decision-making characterised by cooperation despite significant differences among parties.
POLDER MODELS, noun. Plural of polder model

Dictionary definition

POLDER, noun. Low-lying land that has been reclaimed and is protected by dikes (especially in the Netherlands).

Wise words

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