Dachverband

umbrella organisation; peak association

noun DAKH-fer-bahnt Rare

Usage Note

Dachverband (lit. 'roof association') is the top-level body that coordinates multiple member organisations under one umbrella; e.g. the Deutscher Gewerkschaftsbund is the Dachverband of German trade unions.

Examples

"Der Dachverband der Wohlfahrtsverbände forderte mehr Mittel für die Pflege."

Natural Translation

The umbrella organisation of welfare associations demanded more funds for care.

Literal Translation

The umbrella association of the welfare associations demanded more funds for the care.

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