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Abhandlung

treatise, essay

noun AP-hant-lung Rare

Also means

academic paper, dissertation

Usage Note

Abhandlung refers to a formal written treatment of a subject, longer than an article but shorter than a book. Use wissenschaftliche Abhandlung for academic treatise; distinguished from Aufsatz by its greater depth and systematic approach.

Examples

"Er veröffentlichte eine ausführliche Abhandlung über die mittelhochdeutsche Syntax."

Natural Translation

He published a detailed treatise on Middle High German syntax.

Literal Translation

He published a detailed treatise over the Middle High German syntax.

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