Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

middle-passage

noun

/ˈmɪd.əl ˈpæs.ɪdʒ/

Definition

The middle passage refers to the journey taken by enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas during the transatlantic slave trade.

Examples

The middle passage was notorious for its brutal conditions.
Many died during the middle passage due to overcrowding and disease.
The history of the middle passage is an important part of understanding slavery’s impact on society.

Meaning

It represents a crucial segment of a larger historical narrative concerning slavery, highlighting the suffering and conditions of enslaved people during transportation.