Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

domestic-servitude

noun

/dɪˈmɛstɪk ˈsɜrvɪtud/

Definition

Domestic servitude refers to a condition in which individuals are forced to work in the home of another person, often under exploitative or abusive conditions without fair compensation.

Examples

Many organizations are working tirelessly to combat domestic servitude and help those affected.
She was rescued from a life of domestic servitude, where she was denied basic human rights.
The government has implemented new laws to prevent domestic servitude within their borders.

Meaning

It involves a situation where a person is compelled to perform household chores and tasks, typically by a person in a position of power, such as a homeowner or employer, and lacks freedom or rights.