Dutch word schattebout comes from Dutch schat (Honey, darling, sweet person. Treasure.), Dutch bout, Dutch -e-
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| schat | Dutch (nl) | Honey, darling, sweet person. Treasure. |
| bout | Dutch (nl) | (archaic) darling, sweetheart, dear. (vulgar) fart. Bar, rod. Bolt (crossbow arrow). Bolt (threaded metal cylinder). Haunch, leg of an animal as food. Iron (apparatus for ironing clothing). |
| -e- | Dutch (nl) | A linking vowel added in compound words to give easier pronunciation. It does not change the meaning. |
| schattebout | Dutch (nl) | A term of endearment: darling, precious, sweetie. |