Glossary D

Display counter refers to standing counter on which to display products usually found in stores selling dry goods. Display counters are found in bakeshops, retail stores, candy stores, etc.

Deutsch: Druckguss / Español: Fundición a presión / Português: Fundição sob pressão / Français: Coulée sous pression / Italiano: Pressofusione

Die casting is a metal casting process that is characterized by forcing molten metal under high pressure into a mould cavity.

The mould cavity is created using two hardened tool steel dies which have been machined into shape and work similarly to an injection mould during the process. Most die castings are made from non-ferrous metals, specifically zinc, copper, aluminium, magnesium, lead, pewter, and tin-based alloys. Depending on the type of metal being cast, a hot- or cold-chamber machine is used.

DHL is a global logistics company that provides transportation and courier services to businesses and individuals worldwide. The company was founded in 1969 and is now a part of the Deutsche Post DHL Group.

Deutsch: Hirsch / Español: Cervidae / Português: Cervidae / Français: Cervidae / Italiano: Cervidae
Deer (singular and plural) are the ruminant mammals that comprise the family Cervidae. Species therein include white-tailed deer, such mule deer as black-tailed deer, elk, moose, red deer, reindeer (caribou) fallow deer, roe deer and chital.

"Diabetes" generally refers to a chronic disease that affects the body's ability to produce or use insulin, which can lead to high blood sugar levels and a range of health complications.

Deutsch: Gericht / Español: Plato / Português: Prato / Français: Plat / Italiano: Piatto /

In the industrial and industry context, the term 'dish' can have several meanings depending on the specific industry. Here are a few examples:

Deutsch: Schmutz / Español: Suciedad
Dirt is unclean matter, especially when in contact with a person's clothes, skin, or possessions, making them dirty. Common types of dirt include:
soil: a mix of clay, sand, and humus which lies over terrestrial bedrock. When mixed with water, soil becomes mud.

Deutsch: Tiefe / Español: Profundidad / Português: Profundidade / Français: Profondeur / Italiano: Profondità

In the industrial and industry context, depth refers to the measurement of the distance between the surface of an object and its farthest point. Depth is an important parameter in many applications, from manufacturing and construction to mining and geology. Here are some examples of industries and applications where depth is important:

1. Construction industry: Depth is an important consideration when excavating foundations for buildings and other structures. Excavation depth may also be important in landscaping and earthworks projects.

2. Manufacturing industry: Depth is important in the manufacturing of products such as molds, castings, and machined parts. Machining depth is a critical parameter in determining the final dimensions of a part.

3. Mining industry: Depth is an important parameter in mining operations, where it is used to determine the location and extent of mineral deposits. Drill hole depth is also important in geology and mineral exploration.

4. Agriculture industry: Depth is important in agriculture for planting crops at the correct depth, and for determining the depth of soil nutrient profiles.

Similar concepts in the industrial context include:

1. Height: Height is the measurement of the distance from the base of an object to its highest point. Height is an important parameter in applications such as construction, architecture, and urban planning.

2. Width: Width is the measurement of the distance between the two widest points of an object. Width is an important parameter in manufacturing, construction, and transportation.

3. Length: Length is the measurement of the distance between the two longest points of an object. Length is an important parameter in manufacturing, construction, and transportation.

4. Thickness: Thickness is the measurement of the distance between the two surfaces of an object. Thickness is an important parameter in applications such as manufacturing, construction, and material science.