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Slave Definition & Meaning

slave
noun
  1. a person who is owned by someone
  2. someone who works as hard as a slave
  3. someone entirely dominated by some influence or person; "a slave to fashion"; "a slave to cocaine"; "his mother was his abject slave"
verb
  1. work very hard, like a slave

"Slave" in song lyrics

See how slave is used in real songs:

  • "A watery grave for an ornery slave"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Mr.Lif — Operating Correctly
  • "And I never knew freedom until I became a slave"
    Aceyalone — I Never Knew
  • "People die so I don't have to be a runaway slave"
    Remind My Soul

Usage tips for "slave"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "slave" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for slave to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does slave mean?
a person who is owned by someone someone who works as hard as a slave someone entirely dominated by some influence or person; "a slave to fashion"; "a slave to cocaine"; "his mother was his abject slave" work very hard, like a slave
What part of speech is slave?
Slave is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does slave have?
Slave has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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