Der Tatort
Example: Die Polizei sicherte den Tatort nach dem Unfall ab.
Definition
"Der Tatort" refers to the specific location where a crime or accident has occurred, which is typically secured by police or investigators to preserve evidence and maintain safety for further examination.
Etymology
The term "der Tatort" originates from German, combining "Tat" meaning deed or act, especially a criminal act, and "Ort" meaning place or location. It literally means 'the place of the deed,' highlighting its role as the scene of an incident.
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"Der Tatort" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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