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Besetzung

cast

noun buh-ZET-sung Less Common

Also means

occupation

Usage Note

Besetzung spans several senses from the verb besetzen: the cast of a play or film, the staffing of a position, or the military occupation of territory. Context decides between an actor lineup and a wartime seizure.

Examples

"Die Besetzung des Films ist hervorragend."

Natural Translation

The cast of the film is excellent.

Literal Translation

The cast of-the film is excellent.

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