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huns

/hʌnz/

Meanings
  • noun

    A group of people originating from Central Asia, known for their invasions of Europe in the 4th to 6th centuries.

    - "The Huns were a powerful and nomadic people who dominated large parts of Europe and Asia."
    - "The Huns are famous for their military prowess and their ability to conquer vast territories."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with huns
runs , buns , spuns
Variants
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Hun , Huns
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The origin of the name 'Huns' is unclear. Some historians believe it may be derived from the Old Iranian word 'hunno', meaning 'master' or 'ruler'.


Trivia
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  1. The Huns were not a single homogeneous group, but rather a collection of various tribes and peoples.

  2. The Huns were known for their use of a tactic called 'feigned retreat', where they would pretend to retreat in order to lure their enemies into a trap.


Related Concepts
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  1. Hunnic Empire: A political entity formed by various groups of Huns, which existed from the 4th to the 6th centuries.

  2. Attila the Hun: The most famous Hun leader, known for his military conquests and his role in shaping European history.


Culture
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The Huns are known for their significant impact on European history, particularly through their invasions and the spread of their culture. They were skilled horsemen and warriors, and their influence can be seen in art, literature, and language.

How to Memorize "huns"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a group of horseback riders wearing armor and carrying weapons, representing the Huns.

  2. associate

    - Associate the Huns with powerful warriors and conquerors.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Huns were Huns, Hunting Huns' to remember the word.


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