Discrimination
/dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Unfair or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on grounds such as race, age, or gender.
The company was sued for discrimination against older employees.
- (n.) The ability to recognize and differentiate between distinct things or categories.
The law protects against discrimination in hiring practices.
Forms
- discriminations
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, 'discrimination' often implies unlawful differential treatment; clarity in specifying prohibited grounds is essential in drafting statutes.
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