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UK//ˈsleɪ.vəz//US//ˈsleɪ.vɚz//

Meaning of Slavers

People who capture, trade, or own slaves.

In simple words: People who trade or own slaves.

Slavers in a sentence

  • Many slavers operated during the transatlantic trade.
  • The slavers were eventually brought to justice.
  • Injustice remains when slavers exploit vulnerable populations.
  • Books about slavers often reveal shocking truths about history.
  • Activists work tirelessly against modern slavers trafficking people today.

How to use Slavers

Used in historical contexts or discussions about human trafficking. It's not common in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

slavers + noun (e.g. slaves, victims)

Memory hint

Think of 'slavers' as 'saviors' but in reverse; they exploit rather than save.

Related words

Collocations with Slavers

  • human trafficking
  • slave trade
  • abolition of slavers

Synonyms for Slavers

  • traffickers
  • slave traders
  • enslavers

Common mistakes with Slavers

  • Confused with 'slavery' - 'slavery' is the condition, while 'slavers' are the people involved.
  • Using as a verb - 'slavers' is a noun, not a verb.

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Frequently asked questions about Slavers

What does Slavers mean?

People who trade or own slaves.

What is the definition of Slavers?

People who capture, trade, or own slaves.

How do you use Slavers in a sentence?

Many slavers operated during the transatlantic trade.

Can you give another example of Slavers?

The slavers were eventually brought to justice.

What are synonyms for Slavers?

Common alternatives include traffickers, slave traders, enslavers.

What words go with Slavers?

It commonly pairs with human trafficking, slave trade, abolition of slavers.

What are common mistakes when using Slavers?

Confused with 'slavery' - 'slavery' is the condition, while 'slavers' are the people involved. Using as a verb - 'slavers' is a noun, not a verb.

How do you pronounce Slavers?

US: //ˈsleɪ.vɚz//, UK: //ˈsleɪ.vəz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Slavers formal or informal?

"Slavers" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Slavers?

Used in historical contexts or discussions about human trafficking. It's not common in everyday conversation.