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Industrial revolution
/ɪndˈʌstɹɪəl ɹˌɛvəlˈuːʃən/
/ɪndˈʌstɹɪəl ɹˌɛvəlˈuːʃən/Industrial revolution
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the period of time in the 18th and 19th centuries that machines were used for the first time for mass production of goods, started in Britain
Example
The industrial revolution and its concomitant innovations changed the face of the world.
During the industrial revolution, coal was extensively railed to power factories.
The industrial revolution transformed society by mechanizing production and increasing productivity.
An age of economic prosperity followed the industrial revolution, leading to increased wealth and development.
The professor's lecture focused on the economic aspects of the industrial revolution, but he also tangentially mentioned the social impact.
