Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • Depriving or tending to deprive or divest of property, office, etc.

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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.

    Malaysia independent news 2009

  • The purpose and justification of a sentence of imprisonment or a similar measure deprivative of liberty is ultimately to protect society against crime.

    Malaysia independent news 2009

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