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Topic: History

philhellenist

IPA: /ˌfɪlˈhɛlənɪst/

KK: /fɪlˈhɛlənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who loves or supports Greek culture, history, or the Greek people, especially during their fight for independence.

Example: Many philhellenists contributed to the Greek War of Independence by raising funds and awareness.

philtre

IPA: /ˈfɪl.tər/

KK: /ˈfɪl.tər/

noun

Definition: A magical potion or drink, often believed to cause love or attraction.

Example: In ancient times, people would seek a philtre to win the heart of their beloved.

pikeman

IPA: /ˈpaɪk.mən/

KK: /ˈpaɪkˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A soldier who carries a long spear called a pike, used in battles and formations.

Example: In the medieval army, the pikeman stood at the front lines, ready to defend against cavalry charges.

pilgrim

IPA: /ˈpɪlɡrɪm/

KK: /ˈpɪlɡrɪm/

noun

Definition: A person who travels to a holy place or shrine, often for religious reasons, or someone who is on a journey in search of something important or sacred.

Example: The pilgrim walked for days to reach the ancient temple.

pilgrimage

IPA: /ˈpɪlɡrɪmɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈpɪlɡrɪmɪdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To travel to a sacred place for religious reasons.

Example: Many people go on a pilgrimage to visit holy sites.

noun

Definition: A journey to a holy place or shrine, often for religious reasons, or a long journey with a significant purpose.

Example: Many people go on a pilgrimage to find peace and spiritual fulfillment.

pillage

IPA: /ˈpɪlɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈpɪlɪdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take goods or valuables from a place or person, often by using force or violence.

Example: The soldiers began to pillage the abandoned village after the battle.

noun

Definition: The act of stealing goods or valuables, especially during a war or conflict.

Example: The village suffered from the pillage of its resources during the invasion.

transitive verb

Definition: To steal or take things by force, especially during a conflict or war.

Example: The soldiers began to pillage the abandoned village after the battle.

pillager

IPA: /ˈpɪlɪdʒər/

KK: /ˈpɪlɪdʒər/

noun

Definition: A person who steals or takes goods by force, especially during a war or conflict.

Example: The pillager took everything of value from the abandoned village.

pioneer

IPA: /ˈpaɪənɪr/

KK: /ˈpaɪənɪr/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that is among the first to explore or develop new ideas, methods, or areas, often leading the way for others.

Example: The pioneer approach to renewable energy has inspired many new projects.

intransitive verb

Definition: To be one of the first to explore or develop something new.

Example: She pioneered new methods in renewable energy.

noun

Definition: A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area, or who introduces new ideas or methods in a particular field.

Example: She was a pioneer in the field of computer science, developing groundbreaking software.

transitive verb

Definition: To be one of the first to develop or create something new, often leading the way for others to follow.

Example: The scientists pioneered a new method for treating the disease.

pirate

IPA: /ˈpaɪrət/

KK: /ˈpaɪrɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To engage in acts of robbery or violence at sea, typically on a ship.

Example: The group decided to pirate the cargo ship in the dark of night.

noun

Definition: A person who engages in robbery or violence at sea, often attacking ships and stealing their cargo.

Example: The pirate sailed the seas in search of treasure and adventure.

transitive verb

Definition: To attack and steal from a ship at sea or to take something unlawfully.

Example: The crew decided to pirate the merchant ship that was sailing alone.

piratic

IPA: //ˈpaɪrətɪk//

KK: /ˈpaɪrətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of pirates; often used to describe actions or behaviors associated with piracy.

Example: The movie featured a piratic crew sailing the high seas in search of treasure.

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