Meaning of the word oppressor in English

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oppressor

US /əˈpres.ɚ/
UK /əˈpres.ɚ/

Noun

1.

someone who treats people in an unfair and cruel way and prevents them from having opportunities and freedom:

Example:
Sisters, we must rise up and defeat our oppressors.
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