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Topic: History

centennially

IPA: /sɛnˈtɛnɪəli/

KK: /sɛnˈtɛnɪəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to a hundred-year anniversary or celebration.

Example: The festival is celebrated centennially, marking a hundred years since its founding.

centum

IPA: /ˈsɛn.təm/

KK: /ˈsɛn.təm/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a group of Indo-European languages that kept certain sounds distinct and did not change them into other types of sounds over time.

Example: The centum languages include Latin and Greek, which are part of the larger Indo-European family.

centurion

IPA: /sɛnˈtʃʊəriən/

KK: /sɛnˈtʃʊəriən/

noun

Definition: A military officer in ancient Rome who commanded a group of about one hundred soldiers.

Example: The centurion led his troops bravely into battle.

cestus

IPA: /ˈsɛstəs/

KK: /ˈsɛstəs/

noun

Definition: A type of hand covering made of leather straps, often weighted with iron or lead, used by boxers in ancient Rome, or a belt worn by women.

Example: The ancient Roman boxer wore a cestus to protect his hands during the fight.

chalutz

IPA: /kəˈluːts/

KK: /kəˈluːts/

noun

Definition: A person who was part of a group of Jewish immigrants to Palestine after 1917, primarily involved in farming or forestry work.

Example: The chalutz played a crucial role in developing the agricultural landscape of early Israel.

chamberlain

IPA: /ˈtʃeɪmbərlɪn/

KK: /ˈtʃeɪmbərlɪn/

noun

Definition: A high-ranking official who manages the household of a king or noble, often responsible for overseeing various duties and ceremonies.

Example: The chamberlain announced the arrival of the royal guests at the palace.

chantry

IPA: /ˈtʃæntri/

KK: /ˈtʃæntri/

noun

Definition: A special chapel or altar that is funded to hold masses and prayers, often for the soul of the person who provided the money for it.

Example: The old church had a beautiful chantry where many people came to pray.

chapiter

IPA: /ˈʃæpɪtə/

KK: /ˈʧæpɪtər/

noun

Definition: The top part of a column that supports the structure above it, often decorated in various styles.

Example: The ancient temple featured beautifully carved chapiters on each column.

chariot

IPA: /ˈtʃɛr.i.ət/

KK: /ˈtʃɛrɪət/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle that is pulled by horses, often used in ancient times for racing, battles, or ceremonies.

Example: The ancient warriors rode into battle in their chariots, ready to fight.

transitive verb

Definition: To transport or carry someone or something in a type of vehicle that is pulled by horses, typically used in ancient times.

Example: The warriors charioted across the battlefield during the ancient games.

charioteer

IPA: /ˈtʃɛr.i.əˌtɪr/

KK: /ˈtʃɛrɪəˌtɪr/

noun

Definition: A person who drives a chariot, especially in ancient races or battles.

Example: The charioteer skillfully maneuvered the horses during the race.

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