Zapfenstreich
tattoo (military ceremony at day's end)
noun TSAP-fen-shtrykh Rare
Also means
lights-out bugle call
Usage Note
Zapfenstreich is the solemn evening ceremony involving military music and torchlight, marking the end of the military day. The Großer Zapfenstreich is the highest military honour in Germany, performed at state occasions.
Examples
"Der Große Zapfenstreich wurde zu Ehren des scheidenden Bundespräsidenten abgehalten."
Natural Translation
The Grand Tattoo was held in honour of the outgoing Federal President.
Literal Translation
The Great Tattoo was in honour of-the departing Federal-President held.
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