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The term "U-boat" comes from the German word "U-Boot," which is short for "Unterseeboot," meaning "undersea boat." This designation was used primarily during World War I and World War II to refer to German submarines. The "U" represents "Unter" (under), while "Boot" means "boat." The U-boats were notable for their role in naval warfare, particularly in the Battle of the Atlantic.

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