serf|dom — «SURF duhm», noun. 1. the condition of a serf: »Break up ere long The serfdom of this world! (Elizabeth Barrett Browning). 2. the custom of having serfs or people treated almost like slaves. Serfdom existed all over Europe in the Middle Ages and… … Useful english dictionary
ro´bot|like´ — ro|bot «ROH buht, bot; ROB uht», noun. 1. a machine made in imitation of a human being; a mechanical device that does routine work in response to commands: »A mechanical robot…walks, talks, and moves its arms at the touch of a button by its 14… … Useful english dictionary
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serflike — adjective like someone in servitude • Similar to: ↑unfree * * * serfˈlike adjective • • • Main Entry: ↑serf … Useful english dictionary
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