die Abschaffung
Translation
abolition, repeal, discontinuance, elimination
Examples
Die Abschaffung der Todesstrafe wird diskutiert.
The abolition of the death penalty is being discussed.
Viele fordern die Abschaffung dieser alten Regel.
Many are demanding the abolition of this old rule.
Grammar Patterns
Abschaffung ((of sth.)) abolition of sth. The abolition of the old laws was necessary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Aufhebung, Beseitigung; Antonym: Einführung (introduction)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (away) + 'schaffen' (to create, make) + '-ung' (noun suffix). Literally 'the making away with something'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'shipping' something 'off' ('ab-schaffen') to get rid of it. The '-ung' ending confirms it's a noun.