jackslave

/ˈdʒækˌslɑːv/ or /ˈdʒækˌsleɪv/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who serves or works for another under a forced or involuntary condition.

“The abolitionist movement sought to free the jackslaves from their masters’ control.”

2. noun

A machine driven by a jack, especially one used in a factory.

“The factory’s production line relied on a series of jacks and jackslaves to manufacture the car parts.”

Synonyms

  • bondservant
  • indentured servant

Antonyms

  • freeman
  • volunteer