das Entschärfungsteam
Translation
bomb disposal squad, defusal team
Examples
Das Entschärfungsteam rückte sofort aus.
The bomb disposal squad was dispatched immediately.
Ein Entschärfungsteam sicherte die Bombe.
A defusal team secured the bomb.
Grammar Patterns
the defusal team ((as subject)) The defusal team is on its way. Das Entschärfungsteam ist unterwegs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bombenräumkommando (bomb disposal command)
Etymology
Composed of 'Entschärfung' (defusal) and 'Team' (team). 'Entschärfung' breaks down into 'ent-' (a reversal prefix) and 'schärfen' (to sharpen or arm).
Memory Tips
Visualize a 'team' working to 'un-sharpen' ('ent-schärfen') a dangerous bomb.