die Unterbindung
Translation
prevention, suppression, stopping, interruption
Examples
Die Unterbindung des illegalen Handels ist wichtig.
The prevention of illegal trade is important.
Es geht um die Unterbindung von Kriminalität.
It is about the prevention of crime.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the prevention of sth. The prevention of violence is the goal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Verhinderung (prevention), die Blockade (blockade); Antonyms: die Förderung (promotion), die Unterstützung (support)
Etymology
From the verb 'unterbinden' (to prevent), composed of 'unter-' (under) and 'binden' (to bind). The idea is 'to bind down' to stop something.
Memory Tips
Imagine using a tourniquet that 'binds under' the skin to stop bleeding. 'Unterbindung' is the act of stopping something forcefully.