der Abwehrchef
Translation
head of defense, chief of defense, defensive chief
Examples
Der Abwehrchef informierte die Presse.
The head of defense informed the press.
Er wurde zum neuen Abwehrchef ernannt.
He was appointed as the new head of defense.
Grammar Patterns
der Abwehrchef ((as subject)) the head of defense... Der Abwehrchef hält eine Rede.
Similar Words
Verteidigungsminister (Secretary of Defense)
Etymology
Composed of 'Abwehr' (defense) and 'Chef' (chief/head). Literally 'defense chief'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'chief' of the 'defense' department or a football team's defensive line.