Achterveld

/ˈɑxtərˌfɛlt/ noun

A back field or rear field in Dutch agriculture, typically land behind a house or village used for pasture or crops.

Compound of Dutch 'achter' (back, rear) and 'veld' (field). This term reflects medieval agricultural land division where properties extended backward from a main road or settlement.

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