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Meaning of Mann Act | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A federal law passed in 1910 prohibiting transportation of women across state lines for immoral purposes.

US

Examples

“Enacted during a time of great change and "moral panic," the Mann Act was originally designed to combat forced prostitution.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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