Die Sicherheitskontrolle
Example: Die Sicherheitskontrolle am Flughafen dauert manchmal lange.
Definition
"Die Sicherheitskontrolle" refers to the security checkpoint at airports or other transportation hubs where passengers and their belongings are inspected to ensure safety and prevent prohibited items from being carried on board. It is a mandatory process before boarding a flight or entering secure areas.
Etymology
The term "die Sicherheitskontrolle" is a compound German noun combining "Sicherheit" meaning safety or security, and "Kontrolle" meaning control or inspection. It originated from the need to describe the procedure of checking for safety, especially in transportation contexts. Did you know? The concept became widespread after the rise of commercial air travel and the need for passenger safety.
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"Die Sicherheitskontrolle" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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