die Herausgabe, -n
publication
Das ist das Geben von etwas an eine andere Person, oft weil sie ein Recht darauf hat oder es verlangt.
Definition & meaning
The word "Herausgabe" refers to the act of giving something out or delivering it to someone, often in an official or formal context. It can have two primary meanings:
- Delivery or Handover: The act of handing over an object, document, or asset to a person who has a legal or moral claim to it. For example, the handover of keys, documents, or personal belongings.
- Publication/Editing: The act of issuing or publishing a printed work, such as a book, a newspaper, or a collection of writings. In this context, it refers to the process of making content available to the public.
Grammar & Word origin
"Herausgabe" is a feminine noun (die Herausgabe) and is often used in the plural form "Herausgaben," though the plural is less common depending on the context.
It is a compound noun derived from the verb "herausgeben," which consists of:
- heraus: out (of)
- geben: to give
The suffix -e transforms the verb into a noun, a common process in German (nominalization).
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- For the meaning of delivery: Aushändigung, Übergabe, Auslieferung
- For the meaning of publication: Veröffentlichung, Publikation, Edition
Antonyms:
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Examples
Die Herausgabe des Buches verzögert sich.noun
The publication of the book is delayed.
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