Meaning of the word emancipation in English

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emancipation

US /iˌmæn.səˈpeɪ.ʃən/
UK /iˌmæn.sɪˈpeɪ.ʃən/

Noun

the fact or process of being set free from legal, social, or political restrictions; liberation

Example:
The emancipation of slaves was a pivotal moment in history.
Women's emancipation has led to significant societal changes.
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