impressment
pronunciation
UK [ɪm'presmənt]
US [ɪm'presmənt]
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- n.
- 强行征用
Word Origin
Example
- 1. Conscription or impressment into service , especially into the army or navy .
- 强迫征兵征兵或强迫征兵,尤指进入陆军或海军。
- 2. " Impressment " refers to feudal officials forcing civilians to serve as coolies .
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