englische Härte

Etymology
lit. 'English toughness', relating to the traditional tolerance of English referees towards tough defending in one-on-one situations.

Noun

 * 1)  the degree of tough defending one must expect or cope with when playing against an English side, or under an English referee
 * 2)  a course of action that may seem unfair, but is considered within the limits of common practices

Declension

 * See the adjective . The noun does not change.