No. 7,982 in German
holzsockel
Wooden base or pedestal.
In a sentence
Der Preis steht auf einem Holzsockel.
The trophy stands on a wooden base.
Here 'holzsockel' refers to a physical wooden base that supports an object.
Auf dem Holzsockel ist eine Gravur eingraviert.
An engraving is inscribed on the wooden base.
In this case, 'holzsockel' is being described as the location of an engraving.
Diese Statue ruht auf einem soliden Holzsockel.
This statue rests on a solid wooden base.
Here, 'holzsockel' is described as part of the statue's display structure, emphasizing its strength and purpose.
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