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Civil War

Definition:

The Civil War refers to the conflict between the Northern states (the Union) and the Southern states (the Confederacy) of the United States from 1861 to 1865. It was primarily fought over issues such as slavery, states' rights, and the preservation of the Union.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. Historical conflict between the Union and Confederacy in the United States.

Usage Examples:

Noun:

1. The Civil War resulted in the emancipation of millions of slaves.
2. Many battles were fought during the Civil War, including Gettysburg and Antietam.
3. Abraham Lincoln was the President of the United States during the Civil War.

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