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ɪnˈsleɪv
Meaning & Definition
verb
To make someone a slave; to subjugate or dominate someone completely.
The colonizers sought to enslave the indigenous population for labor.
To bring someone under control in a way that denies them freedom.
Fear can enslave people, preventing them from pursuing their dreams.
To make someone dependent on something to the point of being controlled by it.
The excessive use of technology can enslave individuals, isolating them from real-world interactions.
To bind or restrict in a figurative sense, thus limiting personal freedom.
Her obsessive work ethic began to enslave her, leaving no time for family or friends.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'in' meaning 'in' and 'slavus' meaning 'slave'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
enslaved by circumstances:
Controlled or limited by external factors.
enslave one's mind:
To dominate someone's thinking or beliefs.
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Slang Meanings
To be completely controlled or overwhelmed by something.
I'm enslaved by my workload this week.
To be addicted to something.
She's enslaved to social media.