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Verb disfranchise has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: DisfranchiseDescription:Disfranchise, verb to deprive someone of the right to vote or to exclude someone from a privilege or right. Disfranchise, noun the state or condition of being deprived of voting rights or excluded from a privilege or right. Sample Sentences:1. As part of a racist policy, African Americans were systematically disfranchised in several southern states during the Jim Crow era. 2. The new law will disfranchise thousands of eligible voters who do not possess specific identification documents. 3. The political candidate promised to fight against any attempt to disfranchise marginalized communities. 4. The disfranchisement of women in the early 20th century was a major obstacle to achieving gender equality. Related Products: | |||||
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