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No. 9,394 in German

memorial

A structure or object established to commemorate a person or event.

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  • Das Denkmal wurde errichtet, um die Opfer des Krieges zu ehren.

    The memorial was erected to honor the victims of the war.

    In this sentence, 'Denkmal' (memorial) refers to a physical structure established in memory of an event or persons.

  • Eine Gedenkfeier fand am Memorial Day statt.

    A commemorative ceremony took place on Memorial Day.

    Here, 'Memorial Day' signifies a specific day dedicated to memory and reflection, showcasing the word's use in a phrase to describe an occasion.

  • Das Museum besitzt eine Sammlung von Memorialen aus verschiedenen Epochen.

    The museum holds a collection of memorials from different eras.

    'Memorialen' in this context signifies artifacts or objects created to serve as reminders of historical events or figures.

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