Emancipation (Noun)
Meaning
Freeing someone from the control of another; especially a parent's relinquishing authority and control over a minor child.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The emancipation of minors is a legal process that allows young people to take control of their lives and make decisions without the influence of their parents.
- As she turned 17, Emily's parents considered granting her emancipation to help her learn to take care of herself.
- In many countries, emancipation from one's parents can only be achieved through marriage or the military.
- Jenna sought emancipation from her mother to escape the restrictive and abusive household.
- His emancipation was finally granted by the court, allowing him to move out of his parents' house and live on his own.