Dutch term – Achternicht

An achternicht (literally: behind cousin) is a female relative. The term covers the English terms great-niece, first cousin once removed and second cousin. The male form is achterneef.

Group of cousins, all grandchildren of Cornelis Trouw and Maria Gommeren

Group of cousins, all grandchildren of Cornelis Trouw and Maria Gommeren

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