Anschluss
- noun
- /ˈɑːnʃlʊs/
:
conexión
- The technician explained how the Anschluss of the two wires would improve the sound quality.
Examples
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In engineering, a proper Anschluss between the pipes ensures efficient water flow.
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The city council discussed the Anschluss of new transportation lines to enhance connectivity.
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We should beware of the proliferating proposals to save political history from itself by way of Anschluss with social or cultural history.
Academic text (1997)
Synonyms
60
3.3
A part that joins parts so power, signals, or water can pass
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3.7
A part that joins two cables so they can carry power or signals
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5.3
A device that connects two machine parts so they move together
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6.3
A device that connects the ends of two things, like train cars or pipes
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3.0
The action of bringing two things together so they connect
A way of joining two things so they can send power or information
A device that connects two wires or cables directly without plugs
How Connected
Surface Forms
Etymology
Anschluss comes from German, made from an- 'to' and schließen 'to close', which is like the English word 'close'. It originally meant 'joining on', so today it is used for a physical 'connection' between pipes, cables, or transport lines.