Emanzipieren
Example: Viele Frauen emanzipierten sich im 20. Jahrhundert für Gleichberechtigung.
Definition
"Emanzipieren" means to free oneself or others from social, legal, or political restrictions, especially in the context of striving for equal rights and independence. For example, many women "emanzipierten" themselves in the 20th century to achieve equality.
Etymology
The word "emanzipieren" comes from the Latin 'emancipare,' which means 'to release from control or ownership.' Originally, it referred to freeing a child from paternal authority in Roman law. Over time, it evolved to signify gaining freedom or rights, especially in social and political contexts.
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