die Luftabwehr
Translation
air defense, anti-aircraft defense
Examples
Die Luftabwehr schützte die Stadt.
The air defense protected the city.
Moderne Luftabwehrsysteme sind sehr komplex.
Modern air defense systems are very complex.
Grammar Patterns
((die Luftabwehr)) as a subject/object use as a subject or object The country strengthened its air defense.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Flugabwehr, Verteidigung
Etymology
Composed of 'Luft' (air) and 'Abwehr' (defense). Literally 'air defense'.
Memory Tips
Think of warding off ('Abwehr') attacks from the air ('Luft').