anti-slavery
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/ˌæn.tiˈsleɪ.vəri/
opposition to slavery
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anti-slavery' originates from the prefix 'anti-' meaning 'against' and the word 'slavery', which refers to the state of being a slave.
Historical Evolution
'anti-slavery' was formed in the 19th century as a term to describe opposition to slavery.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'opposed to slavery', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
opposed to the practice or institution of slavery.
The anti-slavery activists organized a protest.
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