anti-imprisonment
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/ˌænti ɪmˈprɪzənmənt/
opposition to imprisonment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anti-imprisonment' originates from the prefix 'anti-' meaning 'against' and the word 'imprisonment' meaning 'the act of confining someone in prison'.
Historical Evolution
'anti-imprisonment' was formed by combining the prefix 'anti-' with the word 'imprisonment', reflecting a stance against the practice of imprisonment.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'against imprisonment', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
opposed to the act of imprisoning or the concept of imprisonment.
The activist group held an anti-imprisonment rally.
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Last updated: 2025/03/05 00:12