verb [VN] (written)
1 to treat sb in a cruel and unfair way, especially by not giving them the same freedom, rights, etc. as other people:
The regime is accused of oppressing religious minorities.
2 to make sb only able to think about sad or worrying things:
The gloomy atmosphere in the office oppressed her.
oppression noun [U]:
victims of oppression
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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