manumise

/mænjʊˈmaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to release or set free from slavery or servitude, especially under the Roman law.

“The abolitionist group worked tirelessly to manumise the slaves.”

2. noun

the act of releasing or setting free from slavery or servitude.

“The manumise of the slaves was a major turning point in the civil war.”

Synonyms

  • emancipate
  • manumit

Antonyms

  • enshrine
  • enslave