Die Plastikverschmutzung
Example: Die Plastikverschmutzung gefährdet viele Meeresbewohner.
Definition
"Die Plastikverschmutzung" refers to the pollution caused by plastic waste in the environment, especially in oceans and natural habitats, which harms wildlife and ecosystems by introducing non-biodegradable materials that persist and accumulate over time.
Etymology
The word "die Plastikverschmutzung" is a German compound noun made from "Plastik" meaning plastic, and "Verschmutzung" meaning pollution or contamination. "Plastik" originates from the Greek word "plastikos," meaning capable of being shaped, while "Verschmutzung" comes from the verb "verschmutzen," meaning to dirty or pollute.
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"Die Plastikverschmutzung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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