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deterrence in Dutch

deterrence in Dutch is ontrading, afschrikking — deterrence means the act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.

deterrence in Dutch

ontrading
noun
The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
afschrikking
noun
The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
afschrikking
noun
The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.

What does "deterrence" mean?

  1. noun The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
  2. noun An action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
  3. noun The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
  4. noun Nuclear deterrence: discouraging nuclear attack through the threat of nuclear retaliation.
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What is "deterrence" in Dutch?

"deterrence" in Dutch is ontrading, afschrikking. deterrence means: The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.

Are there other ways to say "deterrence" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "deterrence": ontrading, afschrikking.

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