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hun

/hʌn/

Meanings
  • Noun

    A Hungarian people or language

  • Noun

    A type of hunting equipment

    - "He used a hun to catch the deer."
    - "The hun was effective in bringing down large game."

Variants
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Hun , Huns
Etymology
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The origin of the word 'hun' is uncertain. In European history, it refers to a group of people who originated in the Central Asian steppes and invaded Europe in the 5th century.


Trivia
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  1. The Huns were the first people to adopt the Mongolian horseback riding style in Europe.

  2. The Huns are believed to have originated from the Mongolian steppes and migrated westward in the 5th century.

  3. The Huns were known for their military skills and their use of a variety of weapons, including bows, spears, and swords.


Related Concepts
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  1. Hungarian language: The Hungarian language is the official language of Hungary and is spoken by approximately 15 million people. It belongs to the Uralic language family.

  2. Hungarian culture: Hungarian culture is rich and diverse, with influences from its European and Asian heritage. It is known for its music, art, literature, and cuisine.


Culture
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The Huns are a significant historical people, known for their military prowess and their role in shaping European history. They have been depicted in various works of literature and art.

How to Memorize "hun"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the image of a Hun warrior on horseback, dressed in armor and carrying a bow and arrow.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'hun' with the image of a hunting scene, with a hunter using a hunting implement to catch his prey.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'hun' is the name of a historical people and a type of hunting equipment.


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