imperial
Pronunciation: [ɪmˈpɪr.i.əl]
Context: "government"
(adjective) relating to an empire or an emperor. It describes things that are connected to a big ruling area where one person or a group has control over many places. Think of kings and queens who lead large countries.
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The imperial palace was very grand and had beautiful gardens.
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The small village was not part of the imperial territory; it was independent.
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What kind of events took place at the imperial court?
Context: "measurement"
(adjective) a system of measuring that is used mainly in the United States. It includes units like inches, feet, and pounds, unlike the metric system which uses meters and kilograms.
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The recipe called for two imperial cups of flour.
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The scientific report didn't use imperial measurements; it used metric instead.
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Are the dimensions provided in imperial units or metric units?
Context: "historical"
(noun) relates to the time or system of empires. This can talk about the ideas, styles, and cultures that come from a powerful ruling area.
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The film was set during the imperial period, showcasing the grandeur of the empire.
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In modern times, fewer people think about imperial history compared to recent events.
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What were some key events during the imperial era?