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Topic: History

cutlas

IPA: //ˈkʌt.ləs//

KK: /ˈkʌt.ləs/

noun

Definition: A type of short, curved sword that is often used in naval warfare and by pirates.

Example: The pirate drew his cutlass, ready to defend his ship.

cyclopean

IPA: /saɪˈkloʊpiən/

KK: /saɪˈkloʊpiən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a very large size or a style of construction using huge, irregular stones without mortar.

Example: The ancient ruins featured cyclopean walls that towered over the landscape.

cylix

IPA: /ˈsɪlɪks/

KK: /ˈsɪlɪks/

noun

Definition: A type of ancient Greek drinking cup, often with a shallow bowl and two handles, used for drinking wine.

Example: The archaeologist discovered a beautifully decorated cylix at the ancient site.

czar

IPA: /zɑːr/

KK: /zɑr/

noun

Definition: A male ruler or emperor, especially one who ruled Russia before 1917, or a person with significant power or authority in a specific area.

Example: The czar made important decisions that affected the entire country.

czardom

IPA: /ˈzɑːrdəm/

KK: /ˈzɑrdəm/

noun

Definition: The period or state of rule by a czar, especially in Russia, characterized by autocratic governance.

Example: During the czardom, the emperor had absolute power over the country.

czarevitch

IPA: /ˈzɑːrɛvɪtʃ/

KK: /tsɛrˈɛvɪtʃ/

noun

Definition: The firstborn son of a Russian emperor, who is next in line to inherit the throne.

Example: The czarevitch was trained from a young age to become the future ruler of Russia.

czarevna

IPA: /ˈtsɑːrɛv.nə/

KK: /tsah-reh-vnah/

noun

Definition: A title used for the daughter of a Russian emperor or the wife of a czarevitch.

Example: The czarevna wore a beautiful gown at the royal ball.

czarina

IPA: //zəˈriː.nə//

KK: /zɪˈrɪnə/

noun

Definition: A woman who is the wife of a czar, the emperor of Russia.

Example: The czarina hosted a grand ball at the palace.

czarism

IPA: /ˈzɑːrɪzəm/

KK: /ˈzɑːrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A type of government where a single ruler, known as a czar, has absolute power, particularly in Russia.

Example: Czarism was characterized by autocratic rule and limited political freedoms.

czarist

IPA: /ˈzɑːrɪst/

KK: /ˈzɑːrɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or is associated with the rule of a czar, especially in Russia before the revolution.

Example: The czarist regime faced many challenges from revolutionary groups.

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