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Topic: History

semicentennial

IPA: /ˌsɛmɪsɛnˈtɛnɪəl/

KK: /sɛmɪsɛnˈtɛnɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or marking a period of fifty years, especially the 50th anniversary of an event.

Example: The town celebrated its semicentennial with a grand festival.

noun

Definition: A celebration or event that marks the 50th anniversary of something.

Example: The town held a big party for its semicentennial celebration.

semifeudal

IPA: /ˈsɛmɪˌfjuːdəl/

KK: /ˈsɛmɪˌfjudl/

adjective

Definition: Having some features or characteristics of a feudal system, which is a social and economic structure based on land ownership and obligations between lords and vassals.

Example: The region's economy was described as semifeudal, with landowners exerting significant control over the peasants.

semitist

IPA: /ˈsɛmɪtɪst/

KK: /ˈsɛmɪtɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies Semitic languages, cultures, or histories, or someone who supports Jewish people.

Example: The semitist presented a fascinating lecture on ancient Hebrew texts.

senarius

IPA: /səˈnɛəriəs/

KK: /səˈnɛrɪəs/

noun

Definition: A type of poetic line in Latin that has six metrical feet, often used in classical poetry.

Example: The poet skillfully crafted a senarius to convey deep emotions in just a few lines.

seneca

IPA: /ˈsɛnɪkə/

KK: /sɛnɪkə/

noun

Definition: A member of a Native American tribe originally from western New York, known for their rich culture and history.

Example: The Seneca people have a strong tradition of storytelling and community gatherings.

seneschal

IPA: /ˈsɛnəʃəl/

KK: /ˈsɛnəˌʃæl/

noun

Definition: A person in charge of managing a noble household, overseeing domestic tasks and the staff, especially in medieval times.

Example: The seneschal organized the feast and ensured everything was in order for the guests.

sepoy

IPA: /sɪˈpɔɪ/

KK: /sɪˈpɔɪ/

noun

Definition: A soldier from India who serves in the army of a foreign power, particularly one who served under British rule in India.

Example: During the colonial period, many sepoys fought bravely for the British army.

seppuku

IPA: /sɛpˈpuːkuː/

KK: /sɛpˈpuːkuː/

noun

Definition: A traditional form of suicide by cutting open the abdomen, historically performed by samurai in Japan as a way to restore honor.

Example: The samurai chose seppuku to preserve his family's honor after defeat in battle.

sepulcher

IPA: /ˈsɛpəlkər/

KK: /sɛˈpʌlkər/

noun

Definition: A burial place or vault where a dead person is laid to rest, often made of stone.

Example: The ancient sepulcher was discovered during the archaeological dig.

transitive verb

Definition: To place a body in a tomb or grave.

Example: They decided to sepulcher their beloved pet in the backyard.

sepulchral

IPA: /səˈpʌlkrəl/

KK: /səˈpʌlkrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a burial place or suggesting something gloomy and related to death.

Example: The sepulchral tone of the music made everyone feel somber.

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