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Definition slavery in American English

slavery noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈsleɪv(ə)ri/
1

the system of owning people as slaves

Example

Ancient civilizations were based on slavery.

Synonyms and related words
slave slavery slave trade
2

the condition of being owned by another person and forced to work for them

Synonyms and related words
slave slavery slave trade
2.1

the condition of being forced to work very hard for another person, often in very bad conditions and without pay

Example

Modern-day slavery exists, right now, in our own backyards.

Example

young women forced into sexual slavery

Definition slavery in American English