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Vocabulary Entry
slav
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A person who is the property of another and is forced to work for them without pay.
Example Sentences
"Many families suffered under the system of slavery."
"The museum had a section dedicated to the lives of slaves."
"She read a book about the historical impact of slavery on society."
V
verb
To work excessively or with great effort; to toil.
Example Sentences
"He had to slave away in the kitchen all night to finish the banquet."
"They slaved over their project to make sure it met all the requirements."
"I often find myself slaving at my desk to meet deadlines."
A
adjective
Relating to or characteristic of slavery or a slave.
Example Sentences
"The slav conditions during the era were horrendous."
"They depicted the slav lifestyle as one of constant hardship."
"The play addressed the slav suffering and resilience throughout history."