/ˈbɛsleɪv/ (BES-layv)

Definitions

1. verb

to enslave, subjugate, or subject someone to a particular condition or system

“The economic system beslaved many workers with long hours and low wages.”

2. verb (archaic)

to enslave or make a slave of

“The conqueror beslaved the entire population, forcing them into servitude.”

3. verb (archaic, poetic)

to make a slave of the passions or desires

“The beslaved poet poured his emotions into the tragic ballad.”

4. noun

the state of being enslaved or subjugated

“The beslave of the oppressed people was a dire situation.”