Van't Kruijs Opening en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after the Dutch player Maarten van 't Kruijs (1813–1885) who won the sixth Dutch championship in 1878.
Meanings
- A chess opening characterized by the move 1. e3 that can turn into many opening variations, this opening is uncommon because it is considered a move that wastes a tempo (for the white's pieces).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van't Kruijs Openings | Number=Plur | lexicographic |