Associations to the word «Abolitionist»

Wiktionary

ABOLITIONIST, adjective. (historical) In favor of the abolition of slavery. [since the late 18th century]
ABOLITIONIST, noun. A person who favors the abolition of any particular institution. [since the late 18th century]
ABOLITIONIST, noun. (historical) (US) A person who favored or advocated the abolition of slavery. [since the late 18th century]

Dictionary definition

ABOLITIONIST, noun. A reformer who favors abolishing slavery.

Wise words

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