der Abschuss
Translation
shooting down, launch, kill (hunting)
Examples
Der Abschuss des Flugzeugs wurde bestätigt.
The shooting down of the aircraft was confirmed.
Der Abschuss der Rakete ist für morgen geplant.
The launch of the rocket is planned for tomorrow.
Jäger brauchen eine Lizenz für den Abschuss von Wild.
Hunters need a license for shooting game.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the shooting down/launch of sth. The launch of the rocket is planned for tomorrow.
((of sth.)) the shooting of sth. The shooting of game requires a license.
Similar Words
der Start (launch), die Tötung (killing)
Etymology
Noun form of the verb 'abschießen' (to shoot down). Composed of ab- (down, off) + der Schuss (the shot).
Memory Tips
A 'Schuss' (shot) that brings something 'ab' (down). For a rocket, think of a shot 'ab' (off) the ground.