Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- Depriving or tending to deprive or divest of property, office, etc.
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Examples
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The purpose and justification of a sentence of imprisonment or a similar measure deprivative of liberty is ultimately to protect society against crime.
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The purpose and justification of a sentence of imprisonment or a similar measure deprivative of liberty is ultimately to protect society against crime.
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