Die Festnahme
Example: Die Polizei führte gestern eine schnelle Festnahme durch.
Definition
"Die Festnahme" refers to the act of law enforcement detaining a person suspected of committing a crime. It involves the official apprehension and temporary custody by authorities, often to prevent escape or further illegal activity, as in the phrase: 'Die Polizei führte gestern eine schnelle Festnahme durch.'
Etymology
The word "die Festnahme" comes from the German roots 'fest,' meaning firm or fixed, and 'nehmen,' meaning to take. Together, they convey the idea of taking someone firmly or securely. Did you know? This term has been used in legal contexts to describe the act of arresting someone, emphasizing the controlled and decisive nature of the action.
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"Die Festnahme" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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