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Term: Third Reich

Description:

The term "Third Reich" refers to the Nazi regime in Germany, which existed from 1933 to 1945. It was led by Adolf Hitler and his political party, the National Socialist German Workers' Party (NSDAP). The Third Reich is characterized by its totalitarian, fascist ideology and its aggressive expansionist policies that led to World War II.

Senses:

1. Noun: The official name of the Nazi regime under Hitler's rule.
2. Noun: The period of time in history when the Third Reich was in power.

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, "Third Reich" often refers to the entire Nazi era, including its political and social impact, as well as the atrocities committed during the Holocaust.

Local Usage:

In local contexts, especially in Germany, "Third Reich" primarily denotes the specific period of Nazi rule from 1933 to 1945.

Antonyms:

• Pre-Nazi Germany
• Post-Nazi Germany
• Post-war Germany
• Democratic Germany

Sample Sentences:

1. The Third Reich implemented a range of oppressive policies, including the persecution of minority groups.
2. During the Third Reich, Hitler and the Nazi Party sought to establish an Aryan supremacy.
3. The Holocaust, one of the darkest chapters in human history, occurred under the rule of the Third Reich.

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