Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slave
noun
/sleɪv/
Definition
A person who is legally owned by another and is forced to work for them without pay.
Examples
- The ancient Romans had many slaves who worked in their homes and fields.
- She felt like a slave to her job, as she had no time for herself.
Meaning
The term ‘slave’ refers to an individual who is bound to serve another person and has no personal freedom. Historically, this includes people who were captured or sold into forced labor.
Synonyms
- serf
- bondman
- hireling
- subordinate
- underling
