There are two main options for a 7-letter “stopmiddel” in Dutch:
- Stopwas: This refers to a wax used to seal gaps and prevent leaking, often used in plumbing or woodworking.
- Stopwol: This means “stopping wool,” a type of wool or fiber used to block holes or cavities, for example in insulation or furniture repair.
However, depending on the context of your puzzle or question, other possibilities might exist, such as:
- Remschijf: While it literally means “brake disc,” it can be used figuratively as a “stopping mechanism.”
- Doofpot: This has multiple meanings, but in some contexts, it can imply “silencing” or “stopping something up.”
- Naaigare: This translates to “sewing needle,” and while not directly a means of stopping something, it can be used to patch or close something up.
If you could provide more context about where you encountered this word or what kind of puzzle you’re trying to solve, I might be able to offer a more specific answer.