noun
enslavement
Enslavement (noun) means the act of forcing someone into slavery, or the resulting condition. Example: “The book traces the history of enslavement in the region.”
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The act of forcing someone into slavery, or the resulting condition.
"The book traces the history of enslavement in the region."
How to use enslavement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe state or act of being made a slave.
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Word forms
- Plural
- enslavements
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Etymology
From "enslave" plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
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Rhymes for enslavement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What does “enslavement” mean?
The word “enslavement” means the act of forcing someone into slavery, or the resulting condition. In plain terms, the state or act of being made a slave.
How do you use “enslavement” in a sentence?
Here is “enslavement” used in a sentence: “The book traces the history of enslavement in the region.”
What part of speech is “enslavement”?
“Enslavement” is a noun.
What is the meaning of enslavement?
"enslavement" (noun) means the act of forcing someone into slavery, or the resulting condition.
