freetown

/ˈfriːtəʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A city or town that is founded as a refuge or settlement for freed slaves or other people, often established by a colonial power.

“The historical significance of Freetown, the capital city of Sierra Leone, is deeply rooted in its status as a former slave colony.”

Synonyms

  • colony
  • refuge
  • settlement

Antonyms

  • forced labor camp
  • slave town