die Ader, -n
vein
Definition & meaning
The German word Ader primarily refers to a blood vessel in the body, specifically a vein or artery. In a figurative sense, it is often used to describe a natural talent, flair, or aptitude for something. Additionally, in geology or mining, the term refers to a vein or lode of minerals or ore running through rock.
- Anatomy: A vessel that carries blood through the body (vein or artery).
- Figurative: A special talent or inclination (e.g., "having a poetic vein").
- Geology: A streak or layer of mineral deposit within a rock formation.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: The word is a feminine noun. Plural: die Adern.
- Word origin: Derived from the Old High German adra, which is related to the Old English ædre (meaning "vein" or "stream"). It shares a common Indo-European root related to the concept of a duct or channel.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- For the anatomical meaning: Blutgefäß?, Vene?, Arterie?.
- For the talent meaning: Begabung?, Anlage?, Talent?, Flair?, Geschick?.
- For the geological meaning: Erzgang?, Gesteinsgang?.
Antonyms:
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Examples
Die Ader auf seiner Stirn pulsierte sichtbar.noun
The vein on his forehead pulsed visibly.
Bei der Untersuchung fand die Ärztin eine entzündete Ader im Arm.noun
During the examination the doctor found an inflamed vein in the arm.
Im Felsen entdeckte er eine dünne Ader aus hellem Mineral.noun
In the rock he discovered a thin vein of light mineral.
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