Emancipation
/ɪˌmæn.sɪˈpeɪ.ʃən/noun
The act of freeing someone from restrictions or oppression, especially in the context of slavery.
Did you know?The term 'emancipation' is deeply rooted in Roman law, where it originally referred to the formal act of freeing a slave, intertwining freedom with legal recognition.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
emancipatio
“The act of releasing from a master or owner.”
Ancient Roman
Latin
emancipare
“To transfer ownership, especially of a child from parental authority.”
Early Middle Ages
Old French
emanciper
“To set free, particularly from servitude or bondage.”
17th Century
Middle English
emancipacion
“The act of liberating from bondage or control.”
19th Century
Modern English
emancipation
“The formal release from restrictions, notably used in the context of the abolition of slavery.”