Heuschrecke Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Heuschrecke" is used as noun with the meaning of "grasshopper", "locust" or "corporate raider".

Essential properties of "Heuschrecke"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Heuschrecke
  • Plural: die Heuschrecken

Meanings of "Heuschrecke" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "A jumping insect, typically green, known for long jumps"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Heuschrecke sprang über das hohe Gras.The grasshopper jumped over the tall grass.
  2. Eine Heuschrecke kann weite Strecken zurücklegen.A grasshopper can cover long distances.
  3. Im Sommer hört man oft das Zirpen der Heuschrecken.In summer, you often hear the chirping of grasshoppers.

2.) "Financial term for investors who acquire companies for asset stripping"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Heuschrecken haben das Unternehmen übernommen.The corporate raiders have taken over the company.
  2. Viele fürchten die Ankunft der Heuschrecken in der Wirtschaft.Many fear the arrival of corporate raiders in the economy.
  3. Die Heuschrecken zerstören oft Arbeitsplätze.Corporate raiders often destroy jobs.
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