Die Annexion
Example: Die Annexion des Gebiets führte zu internationalen Spannungen.
Definition
"Die Annexion" refers to the act of forcibly acquiring and incorporating a territory into another country or state, often without the consent of the original governing authority, typically leading to political or military conflict.
Etymology
The word "die Annexion" comes from the Latin 'annectere,' meaning 'to bind to' or 'to attach.' It entered German through French 'annexion,' reflecting the historical practice of states expanding their control by attaching new lands to their domain.
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