Meaning of the word "modern slavery" in English

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modern slavery

US /ˈmɑd.ərn ˈsleɪ.vər.i/
UK /ˈmɑd.ərn ˈsleɪ.vər.i/
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Noun

1.

the illegal exploitation of people for personal or commercial gain, encompassing various forms of forced labor, human trafficking, and debt bondage, where individuals are deprived of their freedom and subjected to inhumane conditions.

Example:
The organization works to combat modern slavery in supply chains.
Victims of modern slavery often face severe abuse and exploitation.
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