WorldJuly 14, 2026
enslavement
/ɛnˈsleɪvmənt/
Definition
The act of exerting ownership or control over people to force them into labor or service, recognized as a serious crime against humanity under international law.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English 'en-' (to put into) and 'slave,' which originates from the Medieval Latin 'sclavus.' The term evolved from the historical association of the Slavic people who were frequently captured and forced into servitude in the Middle Ages.
In the news
In this article, enslavement is listed as a specific crime against humanity that the International Criminal Court is mandated to prosecute. It is categorized among the most serious offenses that threaten global human rights.
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