"Slaves" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Slaves" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Slaves" Meaning

A slave is a person who is owned by another and is forced to work against their will, often in harsh and unjust conditions. The term can be used to refer to:

Ancient historical contexts, where enslaved people were often treated brutally and were not allowed to own property or have freedom.
Continued use of unpaid or coerced labor in modern times, such as human trafficking or modern-day slavery.
Metaphorical uses, where someone is referred to as a "slave" to describe their excessive or unhealthy dedication to something, such as a job or an addiction.

In general, the term "slave" carries connotations of powerlessness, oppression, and exploitation.

"Slaves" Examples

Example Sentences:


The transatlantic slave trade forced millions of people to be sold into slavery, marking a darker period in human history.
Many dictionaries and textbooks do not reflect the complex history of the slaves and the transatlantic slave trade.
The children politely sat at their seats behind the black slaves.
Many centuries ago, Rome employed many slaves working throughout the chimneys and beneath the streets.
If I were a slave, I would secretly learn and speak the language of the rulers.

"Slaves" Similar Words

Slaveholder

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Slaveholders

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Those who held slaves, particularly in the Southern United States before the American Civil War, or during the institution of slavery.

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Slaver

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Slaver refers to a person who owns or controls slaves. A slaver is someone who participates in the process of capturing, buying, or selling humans, typically for the purpose of exploiting them for labor or other forms of exploitation. The term can also refer to the business or practice of slavery itself. However, the term "slaver" is often associated with 18th and 19th century historical contexts, and is now considered a pejorative and outdated term.

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