SHANGHAIERS Meaning and
Definition
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Shanghaiers refers to individuals involved in the practice of shanghaiing. The term originated in the 19th century and is primarily associated with the maritime industry.
In its broadest sense, shanghaiing refers to the act of forcefully kidnapping or coercing individuals, usually men, to work on ships, particularly during the era of sailing vessels. Shanghaiers were the perpetrators of this act, often working in collaboration with ship captains or crimps.
Typically, shanghaiing involved luring or abducting unsuspecting victims, sometimes through the use of drugs or alcohol, and then forcibly transporting them onboard a ship. Once aboard, the kidnapped individuals would be subjected to harsh working conditions and were often unable to escape until the ship reached its destination. Shanghaiing was particularly rampant in port cities and often targeted individuals who were vulnerable, unemployed, or seeking adventure.
Shanghaiers were opportunistic individuals who saw a chance to profit by forcing others into maritime labor. They often operated in a clandestine manner to avoid detection and punishment by authorities. They would engage in illegal activities such as kidnapping, human trafficking, and enslavement for their own financial gain.
Although shanghaiing and the related term "shanghaiers" are most commonly associated with the 19th century, the practice continued well into the 20th century, albeit to a lesser extent. Today, the term is primarily used to describe historical figures and practices relating to forced recruitment into maritime service.
Common Misspellings for SHANGHAIERS
- ahanghaiers
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Etymology of SHANGHAIERS
The word "shanghaiers" originated from the practice of "shanghaiing", which referred to the act of kidnapping or forcing individuals into service aboard ships. It was particularly prevalent in the 19th century, primarily in port cities like Shanghai, China, from which the term derives. Sailors and workers were often forcibly "shanghaied" and taken aboard ships to fill the crew's labor needs. The term "shanghaiers" emerged as a label for the individuals involved in the act of shanghaiing and became associated with those who practiced this illegal method of recruitment.
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