durchstoßen
Translation
to pierce, to break through, to penetrate
Examples
Der Pfeil hat die Rüstung durchstoßen.
The arrow pierced the armour.
Die Armee konnte die feindlichen Linien durchstoßen.
The army was able to break through the enemy lines.
Grammar Patterns
to pierce ((sth.)) The bullet pierced his lung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to pierce, to penetrate; Antonyms: to bounce off, to block
Etymology
From 'durch' (through) + 'stoßen' (to push, thrust). This is an inseparable verb.
Memory Tips
Imagine a powerful 'thrust' ('Stoß') that goes completely 'through' ('durch') a barrier.