Also means
fringe of reeds
Usage Note
Schilfgürtel names the zone of reeds encircling a lake or slow-moving waterway. It plays an important role in water purification and in providing habitat, and is a standard term in German limnology and nature conservation.
Examples
"Der Schilfgürtel des Sees schützt die Ufer vor Wellenschlag."
Natural Translation
The reed belt of the lake protects the banks from wave action.
Literal Translation
The reed-belt of-the lake protects the banks from wave-action.
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