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Topic: History

infantry

IPA: /ˈɪn.fən.tri/

KK: /ˈɪn.fən.tri/

noun

Definition: A group of soldiers who fight on foot, usually as part of an army.

Example: The infantry advanced towards the enemy position during the battle.

inherited

IPA: /ɪnˈhɛrɪtɪd/

KK: /ɪnˈhɛrɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Received from someone who has passed away, usually referring to property or traits.

Example: She inherited her grandmother's jewelry after her death.

verb

Definition: To receive property, money, or traits from someone after they have passed away or through family lineage.

Example: She inherited her grandmother's jewelry after she passed away.

inhumation

IPA: /ɪnˈhjuːmeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈhjuːmeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of placing a dead body in the ground or in a grave.

Example: The inhumation took place in the local cemetery after the funeral service.

inquisition

IPA: /ɪnˈkwɪʒɪʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈkwɪʒɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A formal investigation or questioning, often associated with harsh methods, especially in a historical context related to the Roman Catholic Church's efforts to suppress heresy.

Example: The inquisition was known for its severe methods of questioning those accused of heresy.

inscription

IPA: /ɪnˈskrɪpʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈskrɪpʃən/

noun

Definition: A marking or writing that is carved or written on a surface, like a coin, medal, or stone. It can also refer to a short message written in a book or on a gift.

Example: The inscription on the medal honored the bravery of the soldiers.

inscriptional

IPA: /ɪnˈskrɪpʃənl/

KK: /ɪnˈskrɪpʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that is written or engraved, often on a surface like stone or metal.

Example: The inscriptional art on the ancient tablet revealed important historical information.

insurgence

IPA: /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒəns/

KK: /ɪnˈsɜrdʒəns/

noun

Definition: The act of rising up against authority or control, often in a violent way.

Example: The insurgence in the region led to significant political changes.

insurgency

IPA: /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒənsi/

KK: /ɪnˈsɜr.dʒən.si/

noun

Definition: A situation where a group of people rises up against a government or authority, often in a violent way, but is not as organized as a full revolution.

Example: The country faced a serious insurgency that challenged the government's control.

insurgent

IPA: /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒənt/

KK: /ɪnˈsɜrdʒənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that is rebelling against a government or authority.

Example: The insurgent group demanded changes to the government.

noun

Definition: A person who rises up against the government or authority, often in a violent way, to fight for change or independence.

Example: The insurgent group launched an attack on the government forces.

intercolonial

IPA: /ˌɪntəˈkɒləniəl/

KK: /ˌɪntərˈkoʊləniəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or occurring between different colonies.

Example: The intercolonial trade agreements helped boost the economies of the regions involved.

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