ex-slave

[US]/[ˌeksˈsleɪv]/
[UK]/[ˌeksˈsleɪv]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A person who has previously been a slave.; A former slave.
adj.Having previously been a slave.

Phrases & Collocations

ex-slave labor

ex-slaves escaped

ex-slave narrative

becoming ex-slaves

ex-slave communities

an ex-slave

ex-slave status

ex-slaves fought

ex-slave life

Example Sentences

the ex-slave worked tirelessly to build a new life for himself.

many ex-slaves sought freedom and a chance to start over.

the ex-slave’s story of resilience inspired the entire community.

as an ex-slave, he faced significant discrimination and prejudice.

the ex-slave became a successful farmer after emancipation.

the museum featured the experiences of several ex-slaves.

the ex-slave testified about the horrors of slavery.

the ex-slave advocated for the rights of other african americans.

the ex-slave’s family struggled to overcome the trauma of their past.

the historical records documented the lives of many ex-slaves.

the ex-slave dedicated his life to educating future generations.

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