🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Drohne

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Drohne

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Drohne/ˈdʁoːnə/
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Der Fotograf nutzte eine Drohne, um atemberaubende Luftaufnahmen zu machen."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    An unmanned aerial vehicle that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously.

    "The photographer used a drone to capture stunning aerial views of the landscape."
  2. 2

    A male bee, especially one that does not gather nectar or pollen.

    "In the hive, the drone's primary role is to mate with the queen."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'Drohne' originates from the German language, derived from the Middle High German 'drone' meaning 'to drone or hum'. It has evolved to refer specifically to unmanned aerial vehicles in modern usage, reflecting technological advancements in aviation.

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