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- [dis-fran-chahyz]
- /dɪsˈfræn tʃaɪz/
- /dɪs.ˈfræn.tʃɪz.mənt/
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- [dis-fran-chahyz]
- /dɪsˈfræn tʃaɪz/
Definitions of disfranchisement word
- verb with object disfranchisement to deprive (a person) of a right of citizenship, as of the right to vote. 1
- verb with object disfranchisement to deprive of a franchise, privilege, or right. 1
- noun disfranchisement The act of disfranchising. 1
- noun disfranchisement The deprivation of the privileges and immunities of citizenship. 0
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Origin of disfranchisement
First appearance:
before 1425 One of the 25% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1425-75; See origin at dis-1, franchise
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Parts of speech for Disfranchisement
noun
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preposition
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disfranchisement popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 56% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
disfranchisement usage trend in Literature
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noun disfranchisement
- franchisement — a privilege of a public nature conferred on an individual, group, or company by a government: a franchise to operate a bus system.
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