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Hun

usgb/hʌn/Volume
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Historical Use

Used mainly in historical contexts related to ancient tribes.

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The Huns played a key role in the fall of the Roman Empire.
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Negative Connotation

Sometimes perceived negatively due to historical invasions and warfare.

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Textbooks describe the Huns as ruthless conquerors.
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Archaic Language

Modern use is rare and might not be understood outside historical discussions.

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Outside of history class, you'll rarely hear about the Huns.
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