Verlieren
Example: Im Krieg kann eine Armee oft wichtige Städte verlieren.
Definition
"Verlieren" means to lose something, such as in the context of war where an army can lose important cities. It refers to the act of no longer having possession or control over something that was once held.
Etymology
The German verb "verlieren" originates from the Old High German word "ferlīzan," which combines the prefix "ver-" indicating loss or destruction, with the root related to 'leiz,' meaning to loosen or let go. Did you know? The prefix "ver-" often implies a negative or intensive action in German verbs.
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