das Freiwild
Translation
fair game, easy prey, outlaw
Examples
Ohne Gesetze sind die Bürger Freiwild.
Without laws, the citizens are fair game.
Der Whistleblower wurde zum Freiwild erklärt.
The whistleblower was declared fair game.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered fair game ((sb.)) is considered fair game Without protection, they are considered fair game.
to declare ((sb.)) fair game The government declared the rebels fair game.
Similar Words
Opfer (victim), Gejagter (the hunted), Schutzloser (defenseless person)
Etymology
Composed of 'frei' (free) and 'Wild' (game animals). It literally translates to 'free game'.
Memory Tips
Think of an animal that is 'free' for the taking by hunters. This image helps remember its figurative meaning of an unprotected target.