HELOTISM

Etymology

Noun

helotism (usually uncountable, plural helotisms)

The permanent oppression of a nominally free group of people

(zoology) A form of mutualism in which one species is forced to perform tasks for another, for their mutual benefit

Source: Wiktionary


He"lot*ism, n.

Definition: The condition of the Helots or slaves in Sparta; slavery.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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