peculiar institution
noun
Black slavery in the southern U.S. before the Civil War.
Origin of peculiar institution
1An Americanism dating back to 1835–45
Words Nearby peculiar institution
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How to use peculiar institution in a sentence
It certainly was resolved on making a desperate fight to defend its peculiar institution.
Beacon Lights of History, Volume XII | John LordHe had been given an office in Platte county, Mo., and must needs be a partisan for the peculiar institution.
Personal Recollections of Pardee Butler | Pardee ButlerIn course of years "the peculiar institution" assumed a sectional character.
He appeared devoted to the interests of the peculiar institution.
The Exiles of Florida | Joshua R. GiddingsIt indicates the way, too, for the abolishment of the peculiar institution of Utah.
The Life of John Taylor | B. H. Roberts
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