No. 11,061 in German
schusswaffe
"Schusswaffe" means "firearm" in English.
In a sentence
Er kaufte eine Schusswaffe zur Selbstverteidigung.
He bought a firearm for self-defense.
Here, 'Schusswaffe' is used to refer to a tangible firearm item, highlighting its general applicability as a tool or object.
Nach deutscher Gesetzgebung ist der Besitz von Schusswaffen streng geregelt.
Under German law, the possession of firearms is strictly regulated.
'Schusswaffen' in this context refers to the legal classification or grouping of such items, indicating consideration within societal or legal frameworks.
Das Ziel der Polizeiausbildung ist es, den sicheren Umgang mit Schusswaffen zu gewährleisten.
The aim of police training is to ensure safe handling of firearms.
Here, 'Schusswaffen' is used to describe the skill set and operational interaction with firearms by professionals, focusing on the subject's usage.
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