Die lebenserhaltung
Example: Die Lebenserhaltungssysteme im Krankenhaus sind sehr wichtig.
Definition
"Die Lebenserhaltung" refers to the medical processes and systems designed to sustain human life, especially in critical conditions. It encompasses all measures taken to maintain vital functions and prevent death, such as life support systems in hospitals.
Etymology
The term "die Lebenserhaltung" comes from the German words "Leben" meaning life and "Erhaltung" meaning preservation or maintenance. It literally translates to 'life preservation.' This compound word reflects the importance of maintaining life, especially in medical contexts.
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"Die lebenserhaltung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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