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Topic: History

morrion

IPA: /ˈmɔː.ri.ən/

KK: /ˈmɔr.i.ən/

noun

Definition: A type of helmet that was worn by soldiers in the 16th and 17th centuries, characterized by its high crest and wide brim.

Example: The soldier polished his morrion before the battle to ensure it shone brightly in the sunlight.

mortmain

IPA: /ˈmɔːrtmeɪn/

KK: /mɔrtˈmeɪn/

noun

Definition: A legal term referring to the permanent ownership of property, especially by institutions like churches, that cannot be sold or transferred.

Example: The church held its land in mortmain, ensuring it would remain under its control forever.

motte

IPA: /mɒt/

KK: /mɑt/

noun

Definition: A small group of trees in an open area, or a hill where a castle was built in the past.

Example: The old motte still stands where the castle once overlooked the valley.

muckraker

IPA: /ˈmʌkˌreɪkər/

KK: /ˈmʌkˌreɪkər/

noun

Definition: A journalist who investigates and reveals scandals or corruption, often sensationalizing the issues they cover.

Example: The muckraker uncovered the truth about the corrupt practices in the city government.

mumm

IPA: /mʌm/

KK: /mʌm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To wear a disguise or mask, often for fun or entertainment.

Example: During the festival, many people choose to mumm and enjoy the festivities in disguise.

mummification

IPA: //ˌmʌmɪfɪˈkeɪʃən//

KK: /mʌməfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of preserving a dead body by drying it out and wrapping it in cloth, often associated with ancient Egyptian practices.

Example: The ancient Egyptians practiced mummification to prepare their dead for the afterlife.

mummified

IPA: /ˈmʌmɪfaɪd/

KK: /ˈmʌməˌfaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Preserved in a way that prevents decay, especially referring to a dead body that has been treated to remain intact over time.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a mummified body in the ancient tomb.

verb

Definition: To preserve a body by treating it with chemicals and wrapping it in cloth, often done in ancient Egypt.

Example: The archaeologists discovered a mummified body in the ancient tomb.

mummify

IPA: /ˈmʌməˌfaɪ/

KK: /ˈmʌməˌfaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To dry up or become shriveled, similar to how a mummy is preserved.

Example: The fruit began to mummify in the hot sun, losing all its moisture.

transitive verb

Definition: To preserve a body by treating it with chemicals and wrapping it in cloth, so it does not decay.

Example: The ancient Egyptians would mummify their dead to prepare them for the afterlife.

munition

IPA: /məˈnɪʃən/

KK: /mʌˈnɪʃən/

noun

Definition: Supplies used in warfare, particularly weapons and ammunition.

Example: The army stockpiled enough munition to last through the winter.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide weapons and ammunition for military use.

Example: The army will munition the troops before the operation begins.

murage

IPA: /ˈmʌrɪdʒ/

KK: /mʊrɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A fee or tax collected to fund the construction or maintenance of the walls of a fortified town.

Example: The city council decided to increase the murage to ensure the walls were properly maintained.

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