De machtsovername
Example: De machtsovername door de revolutie veranderde het land volledig.
Definition
"De machtsovername" refers to the act of taking control or seizing power, especially in a political or historical context. It describes the process where authority is transferred or captured, often by force or revolution, significantly changing the leadership or governance of a country.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de machtsovername" combines "macht" meaning power or authority, and "overname" meaning takeover or acquisition. It literally translates to 'the taking over of power.' The term reflects a formal or forceful transfer of control, commonly used in historical contexts.
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"De machtsovername" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the seizure of power