word
Abschuß
launch
Das ist das Starten oder Abfeuern von etwas, zum Beispiel einer Rakete oder einem Geschoss.
The German word "Abschuß" is a noun meaning "shooting down" or "destruction by shooting", especially in a military or hunting context (e.g., shooting down an aircraft or game).
It is composed of:
- Ab- (a prefix meaning "off" or "away")
- Schuß (meaning "shot" or "gunfire")
Similar words:
- Erlegung (killing, especially in hunting)
- Niederschießen (to shoot down/slaughter)
- Abfangen (to intercept)
Difference:
- Abschuß emphasizes the result of shooting, especially the complete destruction or downing (e.g., of a plane).
- Erlegung is more specific to hunting and focuses on the act of killing an animal.
- Niederschießen may have a more violent or forceful connotation.
- Abfangen refers to intercepting rather than destroying.
Note: Do not confuse "Abschuß" (noun about shooting down) with "Abschluss" (completion, conclusion).
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Examples
Der Abschuss der Rakete wird morgen stattfinden.noun
The launch of the rocket will take place tomorrow.
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