The word "ostracise" ( or "ostracize" in American English ) comes from the Greek root word:Root: "ostrakon" ( ὄστρακον ) – meaning "a shell, potsherd, or piece of broken tile. "
Historical Context:
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In ancient Athens, citizens would vote to exile someone by writing their name on a piece of broken pottery ( ostrakon ) .
If a person received enough votes, they would be banished for 10 years—a practice called ostracism.
Modern Meaning:
To exclude, shun, or banish someone from a group or society.
Related Words:
Ostracism ( noun ) – The act of excluding someone.
Ostracon ( noun ) – A potsherd used in ancient voting.
استراکون.
سنگ ها یا سفال هایی که ( معمولا شکسته شده ) عبارتی روی اونها حک شده.
