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Abdruckrecht

right of reproduction

noun AP-druk-rekht Rare
Communication Media

Also means

right to reprint

Usage Note

Abdruckrecht is the licence to reproduce a text, photo, or graphic in a publication; obtaining Abdruckrechte from rights holders is a standard step in editorial production.

Examples

"Das Abdruckrecht für das Gedicht musste beim Verlag gesondert erworben werden."

Natural Translation

The right of reproduction for the poem had to be acquired separately from the publisher.

Literal Translation

The reprint-right for the poem had to be acquired separately at the publisher.

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