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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

emancipation

/ɛmˌænsɪˈpeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does emancipation mean?

noun

The act of freeing someone from a state of bondage or oppression, or the state of being free from such a state. The process of gaining independence or autonomy.

Example

"The emancipation of slaves was a major milestone in the history of the United States."

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