L'esclavitud
Example: L'esclavitud va ser una pràctica antiga molt cruel.
Definition
"L'esclavitud" refers to the system or practice in which individuals are owned by others, deprived of personal freedom, and forced to work without pay. It was a harsh and ancient institution that involved the complete control and exploitation of enslaved people.
Etymology
The word "l'esclavitud" comes from the Latin 'sclavus,' which originally meant 'Slav,' referring to the Slavic peoples who were often enslaved in medieval Europe. Over time, it evolved to mean 'slavery' in general. Did you know that the connection to the Slavic people highlights how historical circumstances influenced the meaning of the term?
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