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Topic: History

pennon

IPA: /ˈpɛnən/

KK: /ˈpɛnən/

noun

Definition: A long, narrow flag or banner that is often attached to a pole or lance, usually triangular in shape.

Example: The knight proudly displayed his colorful pennon during the tournament.

pentarchy

IPA: /ˈpɛn.tɑːr.ki/

KK: /ˈpɛntɑrki/

noun

Definition: A system of governance where five leaders or governments share power and rule together.

Example: The pentarchy was established to ensure that no single ruler could dominate the others.

peplos

IPA: /ˈpɛpləs/

KK: /ˈpɛpləs/

noun

Definition: A loose outer garment that women in ancient Greece wore, similar to a shawl.

Example: In ancient Greece, women often wore a peplos during special occasions.

perestroika

IPA: /ˌpɛrəˈstrɔɪkə/

KK: /pɛrəˈstrɔɪkə/

noun

Definition: A policy of reforming the economy and government in the Soviet Union that started in the 1980s, aimed at improving efficiency and openness.

Example: Perestroika was a significant change in the Soviet Union that aimed to modernize its economy.

petasos

IPA: /pəˈtæsəs/

KK: /pəˈtæsəs/

noun

Definition: A type of wide-brimmed hat that was commonly worn in ancient Greece and Rome, often associated with the god Hermes in mythology.

Example: The traveler wore a petasos to shield himself from the sun during his journey.

petroglyph

IPA: /ˈpɛtrəˌɡlɪf/

KK: /ˈpɛtrəˌɡlɪf/

noun

Definition: A carving or drawing made on a rock surface, often created by ancient people to depict images or symbols.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a petroglyph that depicted animals and human figures.

pharaoh

IPA: /ˈfɛəroʊ/

KK: /ˈfɛəroʊ/

noun

Definition: A leader or king of ancient Egypt who had great power and was often considered a god.

Example: The pharaoh built many temples and monuments during his reign.

pharaonic

IPA: /fəˈrænɪk/

KK: /fɛrˈɑnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the ancient Egyptian rulers known as Pharaohs, often characterized by impressive size or luxury.

Example: The museum displayed a pharaonic statue that towered over the visitors.

pharos

IPA: //ˈfɛrəs//

KK: /ˈfɛrəs/

noun

Definition: A tall structure built near the sea that provides light to guide ships safely to shore.

Example: The ancient pharos of Alexandria was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

philhellenism

IPA: /ˌfɪlˈhɛlənɪzəm/

KK: /fɪlˈhɛlənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A strong admiration or love for Greek culture, history, or people.

Example: His philhellenism was evident in his extensive collection of ancient Greek artifacts.

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