Die Sicherheitskontrolle
Example: Wir müssen durch die Sicherheitskontrolle am Flughafen gehen.
Definition
"Die Sicherheitskontrolle" refers to the security check process at airports where passengers and their belongings are inspected to ensure safety before boarding a flight. It involves screening for prohibited items and verifying identities to prevent security threats.
Etymology
The word "die Sicherheitskontrolle" is a compound German noun formed from "Sicherheit" meaning safety or security, and "Kontrolle" meaning control or inspection. This combination reflects its purpose of controlling security measures, especially in aviation contexts. Did you know the term became widely used with the rise of air travel security protocols?
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"Die Sicherheitskontrolle" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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