1. the condition of being forced to work for others and having no freedom
2. the state of being completely controlled by something
3. a legal obligation that limits the use of property
Usage: legal

Examples

• The abolition of slavery ended centuries of servitude for millions of people.
• Many workers felt trapped in economic servitude to their employers.
• The refugees escaped from a life of servitude under the oppressive regime.
• His gambling addiction led to a kind of servitude to the casino.
• The property deed included a servitude allowing neighbors to cross the land.
• She refused to accept a life of servitude and fought for her independence.