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ostracism in Swedish

ostracism in Swedish is ostracism, utfrysning — ostracism means in ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state.

ostracism in Swedish

ostracism
noun
(historical) In ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state. [from 16th c.]
utfrysning
noun
Temporary exclusion from a community or society.

What does "ostracism" mean?

  1. noun In ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state.
  2. noun Banishment by some general consent.
  3. noun Temporary exclusion from a community or society.
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What is "ostracism" in Swedish?

"ostracism" in Swedish is ostracism, utfrysning. ostracism means: In ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state.

Are there other ways to say "ostracism" in Swedish?

Yes — Swedish has 2 translations listed for "ostracism": ostracism, utfrysning.

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