The difference between Liberate and Manumit
When used as verbs, liberate means to set free, to make or allow to be free, particularly to release from slavery: to manumit. to release from servitude or unjust rule. to release from restraint or inhibition. to release from chemical bonds or solutions, whereas manumit means to release from slavery, to free.
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Liberate as a verb (transitive):
To set free, to make or allow to be free, particularly To release from slavery: to manumit. To release from servitude or unjust rule. To release from restraint or inhibition. To release from chemical bonds or solutions.
Examples:
"You need to free your mind and liberate yourself from prejudice."
"Since the procedure liberates a large amount of chlorine gas, a powerful ventilation system is recommended."
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Liberate as a verb (transitive, military, euphemistic):
To acquire from an enemy during wartime, used especially of cities, regions, and other population centers.
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Liberate as a verb (transitive, euphemistic):
To acquire from another by theft or force: to steal, to rob.
Examples:
"We didn't need IDs. We just liberated these beers from the back of the shop."
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Manumit as a verb:
To release from slavery, to free.