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Meaning of ostracism

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

ostracism

Pronunciation:/ˈɒstɹəsɪz(ə)m/

noun

Definitions

  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.