bondage

noun
UK: /ˈbɒndɪdʒ/
US: /ˈbɑːndɪdʒ/

  1. The state of being held as a slave or prisoner; lack of freedom.

    1. The people lived in bondage under the cruel king. [ ] [ ]
    2. They fought to free themselves from the bondage of oppression and injustice. [ ] [ ]

  2. The state of being controlled or dominated by something.

    1. He felt a sense of bondage to his demanding job. [ ] [ ]
    2. The artist struggled against the bondage of tradition, seeking new forms of expression. [ ] [ ]

  3. The use of restraints as part of sexual activity.

    1. The couple explored bondage as part of their intimate relationship. [ ] [ ]
    2. Safety is paramount when engaging in bondage activities, ensuring mutual consent and understanding. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

slavery restraint captivity thrall servitude

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bondage" in English means: The state of being held as a slave or prisoner; lack of freedom., The state of being controlled or dominated by something., The use of restraints as part of sexual activity..

The phonetic transcription of "bondage" is /ˈbɒndɪdʒ/ in British English and /ˈbɑːndɪdʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bondage": slavery, restraint, captivity, thrall, servitude.

Example usage of "bondage": "The people lived in bondage under the cruel king.". More examples on the page.