slave

noun B2 Formal

Meaning

A "slave" is a person who is legally owned by another and forced to work for them without pay or freedom.

💡 Be careful not to use "slave" in a metaphorical sense that may trivialize its historical significance.

Example Sentences

He felt like a slave to his busy schedule every day .

The slave was granted freedom after many years of service .

The slave worked hard every day without any rest .

Was the slave treated fairly during that time ?

Word in Context

Yesterday our class visited a local museum where the guide talked about life in the past . She explained that a slave was a person legally owned by another and forced to work without pay . We walked slowly through the exhibition and looked at old tools and letters that showed daily routines . After the tour we talked about why human rights are important and how laws now protect people's freedom .

Common Phrases

wage slave modern slavery slave labor

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