Anhänger
supporter
noun AN-heng-er Less Common
Origin: from anhängen ('to attach')
Also means
trailer
Usage Note
Anhänger is masculine and remarkably versatile: a 'supporter/fan' of a cause, a vehicle 'trailer', and a 'pendant' on a necklace. All derive from anhängen ('to attach'); context disambiguates. The female supporter is die Anhängerin.
Examples
"Er ist ein treuer Anhänger."
Natural Translation
He is a loyal supporter.
Literal Translation
He is a loyal supporter.

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