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Gunpowder Plot

Definition:

The Gunpowder Plot refers to a failed conspiracy by a group of English Catholics to assassinate King James I and blow up the Houses of Parliament in London. The plot took place on November 5, 1605, and was discovered beforehand, foiling the plan.

Senses:

Noun

1. A specific event in English history where a group attempted to assassinate King James I and destroy the Houses of Parliament.
2. The overall conspiracy or scheme undertaken by the plotters.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Gunpowder Plot is considered a significant event in English history.

2. The conspirators involved in the Gunpowder Plot were arrested and later executed.

3. The Gunpowder Plot aimed to ignite barrels of explosives in the cellar of the Houses of Parliament.

4. Guy Fawkes was one of the main conspirators involved in the Gunpowder Plot.

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