Definition of Self-sacrifice
Self-sacrifice
self-sac·ri·fice
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(noun)
the action of giving up (sacrificing) oneself or one's own wishes or interests in order to support a cause, advance a principle, or help other people;
e.g. A superhero's actions are often characterized by self-sacrifice and a desire to help everyone around them. He made a great deal of self-sacrifice in working to achieve his goals.
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