Machtergreifung

German (Berlin)

noun
Definitions
  • (historical) seizure of [the reins of] power, specifically in reference to Hitler's appointment as chancellor on 30 January 1933

Etymology

Affix from German Macht (power, might) + German Ergreifung (seizure).

Origin

German (Berlin)

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seizure

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