slavery

noun C1

Meaning

Slavery refers to a condition in which individuals are legally or socially bound to serve another person, deprived of personal freedom and compelled to perform labor or services against their will, often characterized by systemic exploitation and dehumani
💡 The term "slavery" can sometimes be misused to describe exploitative labor practices that do not meet the legal definitions of slavery; it is important to distinguish between historical contexts and contemporary forms of exploitation.

Example Sentences

Slavery significantly impacted economic and social structures in history .
Slavery was abolished in many countries during the nineteenth century .
Slavery was abolished worldwide due to its severe human rights violations .
The company strictly opposes slavery in all its supply chains .

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