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【TED-Ed】The deadly irony of gunpowder - Eric Rosado
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VoiceTube posted on 2020/12/22Did you know gunpowder was invented by accident while alchemists were trying to create an elixir of life? This fascinating TED-Ed video explores the surprising origins of gunpowder in Ancient China and how it dramatically changed the world, from fireworks to warfare. You'll pick up some great vocabulary related to history, science, and cultural impact!
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US /ˈfɪɡjɚ/
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UK /ˈfiɡə/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To appear in a game, play or event
- To calculate how much something will cost
- Noun
- Your body shape
- Numbers in a calculation
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US /ɪnˈɡridiənt/
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UK /ɪnˈgri:diənt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Food item used when making a meal or drink
- Quality necessary to be something to work well
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US /ˈenʃənt/
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UK /'eɪnʃənt/
- Adjective
- Very old; having lived a very long time ago
- Relating to a period in history, especially in the distant past.
- Noun
- A person who lived in ancient times.
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US /ˈriəˌlaɪz/
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UK /'ri:əlaɪz/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To become aware of or understand mentally
- To achieve or make something happen.
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