emancipation

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Noun emancipation has 1 sense

emancipation - freeing someone from the control of another; especially a parent's relinquishing authority and control over a minor child
--₁ is a kind of liberation, release, freeing

Derived forms: verb emancipate₁, verb emancipate₂

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Emancipation

Definition:

The act of setting someone free from oppression, restriction, or captivity; especially the liberation of a person from legal, social, or political restrictions.

Example Sentences:

Noun:

1. The emancipation of slaves was a significant milestone in the fight for equality.

2. She fought tirelessly for the emancipation of women in society.

3. The proclamation of emancipation was a turning point in the history of civil rights.

Verb:

1. The organization works to emancipate victims of human trafficking from their captors.

2. He emancipated himself from the oppressive demands of his family.

3. The law sought to emancipate individuals from unfair labor conditions.

Adjective:

1. The country celebrated its emancipation day with parades and festivities.

2. The emancipation movement gained momentum during the 19th century.

3. She gave an inspiring speech on the importance of emancipatory struggles.

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