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Ostracism
/ˈɒstɹəsɪz(ə)m/
In ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state.
📖 Definitions of "Ostracism"
noun
- 1
In ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state.
- 2
Banishment by some general consent.
- 3
Temporary exclusion from a community or society.
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