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    D'esclaves (en. Slaves)

    /dɛs.kla.v/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Group of people under the status of slavery.
    The slave trade was abolished in many countries in the 19th century.
    Le commerce d'esclaves a été aboli dans de nombreux pays au XIXe siècle.
    The goods and wealth owned by a slave master.
    The slaves of a plantation owner were often abused and exploited.
    Les d'esclaves d'un planteur étaient souvent maltraités et exploités.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'slave' with the prefix 'd' indicating belonging.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to solicit slaves
    To engage in trade or activities related to slavery.
    démarcher d'esclaves
    modern slaves
    To refer to individuals forced into labor in the modern economy.
    d'esclaves modernes

    Related Words

    slavery
    A system that establishes the ownership of a human being by another.
    esclavage
    liberation
    The act of freeing someone from slavery.
    libération

    Slang Meanings

    Voluntary slave (by misusage)
    He works so many hours that it seems like he is a slave.
    Il travaille tant d'heures qu'on dirait qu'il est d'esclaves.
    To earn a living by working hard
    He feels like a slave just to make ends meet.
    Il se sent comme d'esclaves pour joindre les deux bouts.