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A

anarchist:

An individual who advocates the use of force to overthrow all government.

antitrust laws:

Laws opposing or regulating trusts or similar business monopolies.

apprentice:

Someone who is bound to work for someone else for a specific term in order to learn a trade.

aristocracy:

A government controlled by a wealthy, privileged social class.

artisan:

A person who is skilled at a particular trade or craft.

assimilation:

The social process of being absorbed, or blending into the dominant culture.

aviation:

The operation and manufacture of aircraft.

B

bankruptcy:

A state of financial ruin in which an individual or corporation cannot pay its debts.

boiler:

A tube (or several...