Definition of SLAVERY

slavery

Meanings

Plural: slaveries

Noun

  • the state of being under the control of another person
  • the practice of owning slaves
  • work done under harsh conditions for little or no pay
  • An institution or social practice of owning human beings as property, especially for use as forced laborers.
  • Forced labor in general, regardless of legality.
  • A condition of servitude endured by a slave.
  • A condition in which one is captivated or subjugated, as by greed or drugs.

Adj

  • Covered in slaver; slobbery.

Origin / Etymology

From slave + -ery.

Scrabble Score: 13

slavery is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
slavery is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
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Words With Friends Score: 14

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