No. 4,095 in German
zweig
Branch.
In a sentence
Der Vogel konnte nach der Landung auf dem Zweig endlich ausruhen.
The bird could finally rest after landing on the branch.
Here, "zweig" refers to a branch of a tree, indicating a part of the plant where birds often rest.
Die Firma hat einen neuen Zweig in der Technologiebranche eröffnet.
The company has opened a new branch in the technology sector.
In this sentence, "zweig" signifies a division or sector within an organization or industry, showcasing its metaphorical use.
Dieser Zweig der Wissenschaft befasst sich mit der Astrophysik.
This branch of science deals with astrophysics.
Here, "zweig" is used metaphorically to indicate a subdivision or specialized area within the domain of science.
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