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debt bondage

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A condition similar to slavery where people are unable to control their lives or their work due to unpaid debts.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: bonded labour, indenture, debt slavery

Antonyms: none provided

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Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: schuldslavernij — condition similar to slavery
  • Finnish: velkaorjuus — condition similar to slavery
  • German: Schuldknechtschaft — condition similar to slavery
  • German: Obnoxiation — condition similar to slavery
  • Russian: кабала́ (kabalá) — condition similar to slavery