Beschluß
resolution
noun be-SHLUS Less Common
Origin: from 'beschließen' (to decide)
Also means
decision
Usage Note
Beschluß is a formal decision reached by a council, court, or committee, weightier than an everyday Entscheidung. Note the spelling: post-reform German writes it Beschluss with ß only after long vowels, so this older ß form now looks dated.
Examples
"Der Beschluß wurde einstimmig gefasst."
Natural Translation
The resolution was passed unanimously.
Literal Translation
The resolution was unanimously taken.
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