Ostracism

noun

/ˈɒstɹəsɪz(ə)m/

Word Frequency: 0.5

Definitions

1.nounIn ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state.

2.nounBanishment by some general consent.

3.nounTemporary exclusion from a community or society.

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