
Emancipate
Historical Significance
Understand 'emancipate' often relates to significant historical events and movements for freedom.

'Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation aimed to emancipate Southern slaves.'
Metaphoric Use
'Emancipate' can be used metaphorically to describe freeing from non-physical restraints like habits.

'Self-help books claim to emancipate individuals from their fears.'
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