Keur

Keur is a Dutch term that can function as a noun, a verb, and as part of various compound phrases. As a noun, it denotes the quality or grade of something, or a selected lot of items deemed to meet certain standards. As a verb, keuren means to inspect, assess, or certify something for compliance.

In usage, keur appears in many standard expressions related to quality and control. Examples include keurmerk, a quality mark indicating conformity with defined standards, and goedgekeurd, meaning approved. The related noun keuringsrapport or inspection report describes the formal assessment results. In regulatory and consumer contexts, keuring processes are common to indicate that products, services, or practices meet specified requirements.

Etymology and origins are rooted in Dutch historical usage. The word derives from Middle Dutch keur, connecting to the idea of choosing or selecting, and is related to concepts of judgment, quality, and certification in various Germanic languages.

Other uses of the term Keur include its presence as a surname and as a place name in different regions. Because it functions as a common noun rather than a single, standalone organization, the meaning of Keur is highly context-dependent and typically tied to quality, inspection, and certification practices within Dutch-speaking communities and related linguistic areas.