Also means
child who has lost both parents
Usage Note
Vollwaise is a child who has lost both parents, as opposed to a Halbwaise who has lost only one. The distinction matters legally (e.g. for orphan's pension levels) and emotionally in social-welfare discussions.
Examples
"Als Vollwaise erhielt er erhöhte Unterstützung vom Jugendamt."
Natural Translation
As a full orphan he received increased support from the youth welfare office.
Literal Translation
As full-orphan received he increased support from the youth-office.
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