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Rumpf
German → American English
American English
hull
Der Hauptkörper eines Schiffs, Flugzeugs oder der menschliche Oberkörper; je nach Kontext: hull, torso, trunk.
Der Rumpf des Schiffes wurde nach dem Sturm beschädigt.In nautical and technical contexts, Rumpf usually means the main body of a ship or aircraft. In anatomy, it refers to the torso/trunk, so context is important.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the German word Rumpf mean in English?
Rumpf can mean hull in a nautical or technical context, and torso or trunk in anatomy.
Is Rumpf used for ships only?
No. It is also used for aircraft and for the human torso, depending on context.
What article goes with Rumpf?
The word is masculine: der Rumpf.