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Topic: History

autochthon

IPA: /əˈtɒkθən/

KK: /ɔˈtɒkθən/

noun

Definition: A person, plant, or animal that is native to a particular place, often referring to the earliest inhabitants of that area.

Example: The autochthon of the region has a unique culture that reflects its long history.

autochthones

IPA: /ɔːˈtɒkθəns/

KK: /ɔːˈtɒkθəns/

noun

Definition: A term referring to the original inhabitants or native people of a particular region, often used in discussions about indigenous populations.

Example: The autochthones of the island have a rich cultural heritage that dates back thousands of years.

babel

IPA: /ˈbeɪbəl/

KK: /ˈbeɪbəl/

noun

Definition: A situation where there is a lot of noise and confusion, often caused by many people talking at the same time.

Example: The market was filled with the babel of voices as shoppers haggled over prices.

backsword

IPA: /ˈbækswɜrd/

KK: /ˈbækswɜrd/

noun

Definition: A type of sword that has one sharp edge and is used for fencing or combat.

Example: The knight trained with his backsword to improve his skills in battle.

balboa

IPA: //bælˈboʊ.ə//

KK: /bælˈboʊə/

noun

Definition: A unit of currency used in Panama, named after the Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa.

Example: The price of the meal was twenty balboas.

baldric

IPA: /ˈbɔːldrɪk/

KK: /ˈbɔːldrɪk/

noun

Definition: A decorative belt that is worn across the chest or over one shoulder to hold a sword or a bugle.

Example: The knight proudly wore his baldric, showcasing his sword as he entered the tournament.

balkanization

IPA: /ˌbɔːlkənɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /bɔlˈkænɪˌzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of dividing a region or state into smaller, often hostile, units or groups.

Example: The balkanization of the country led to increased tensions and conflicts among its various ethnic groups.

bandito

IPA: /bænˈdiːtoʊ/

KK: /bænˈdiːtoʊ/

noun

Definition: A person who engages in robbery or crime, especially in a rural area, often associated with Mexico.

Example: The bandito rode through the desert, searching for his next target.

baptistery

IPA: /ˈbæp.tɪ.stər.i/

KK: /ˈbæptɪstəri/

noun

Definition: A special area or building in a church where baptisms are performed, often containing a font for the ceremony.

Example: The baby was baptized in the beautiful baptistery of the old church.

barbarian

IPA: /bɑːrˈbɛəriən/

KK: /bɑrˈbɛrɪən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a culture or people that is considered uncivilized or inferior by another culture, often lacking in refinement or education.

Example: The explorers encountered barbarian tribes that lived outside the influence of the empire.

noun

Definition: A person who is considered to be uncivilized or primitive, often seen as fierce or brutal. This term can also refer to someone who lacks culture or refinement.

Example: In ancient times, the Romans often referred to the tribes outside their empire as barbarians.

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