the act of doing away with something

In his speeches, he called for the abolition of slavery.

one who purchases goods or services; a person or thing that consumes

The farm depended on consumers to buy their corn to stay in business.

Natural carbon-rich fuels that are formed over long periods of time and release greenhouse gases when burned.

Since 1750, the burning of fossil fuels has added more and more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere, rapidly warming the planet and causing climate change.

a period of technological innovation starting in England late in the eighteenth century that resulted in a major change in the way goods were produced and caused a major shift in global economics

The Industrial Revolution transformed the world's economies and led to technological advancements that made existing industries more efficient.

the introduction of industry into a region or country

Industrialization improved the country's economy.

a new method, approach, or idea

Thanks to the innovation of the Wright brothers, we have aircraft that allow us to travel swiftly and safely today.

a woven or knitted fabric; a fiber or yarn that can be woven or knitted

The empire's main trade interest was ornate textiles.