exploitation
US /ˌek.splɔɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌek.splɔɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
1.
the action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work
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The company was accused of worker exploitation.
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Child exploitation is a serious global issue.
2.
the action of making full use of and benefiting from resources
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The exploitation of natural resources is crucial for economic growth.
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The successful exploitation of new technologies can lead to innovation.