koude kant

Dutch

Alternative forms

• kouwe kant (informal)

Etymology

Literally, “cold side” of a family, from the stereotypical lack of affection from in-laws.

Noun

koude kant m (plural koude kanten)

1. (idiomatic, usually with "de") the family of one's spouse; one's in-laws
2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see koud,‎ kant.