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a member of a class of serfs in ancient Sparta, intermediate in status between slaves and citizens
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In ancient Sparta, helots were a class of enslaved people who worked the land for the Spartan citizens.
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The helots were responsible for tending to the crops and livestock in Sparta.
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The helots had to do all the dirty work while the Spartans enjoyed their leisure time.
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In modern society, some people feel like helots to their jobs, constantly working without much reward.